Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News
Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News
Oprah Winfrey features Stony Brook University’s Carl Safina on podcast about animal emotions
Carl Safina, an ecologist and conservationist who holds the Endowed Research Chair for Nature and Humanity at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, appeared as a guest on The Oprah Podcast to discuss whether dogs...
SUNY launches Research Leadership Academy at Stony Brook focused on science communication
Stony Brook University hosted the first session of the SUNY Research Leadership Academy, a new year-long program aimed at improving science communication and public engagement among faculty across the State University of New York (SUNY) system.
Stony Brook sets new records for applications and enrollment
Stony Brook University has reported record-breaking application and enrollment numbers for the 2025 academic year.
Scientists launch airborne mission to study New York City’s air quality
Scientists from several universities, led by John Mak of Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), have launched a major airborne study to examine air quality above New York City.
Stony Brook University researchers outline keys to sustainable funding for marine protected areas
Researchers at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) have published a study examining how marine protected areas (MPAs) can achieve financial sustainability to support conservation worldwide.
Stony Brook University announces fall Art Crawl featuring campus-wide exhibitions
Stony Brook University will host its Fall 2025 Art Crawl on Friday, September 26, from 2 to 5 pm.
Stony Brook University adds new EV charging stations as part of sustainability plan
Stony Brook University is increasing its electric vehicle (EV) charging capacity with the installation of eight new public dual port charging stations.
Stony Brook professor patents real-time sensor for nitrogen compounds in water
A new patent has been awarded to Qingzhi Zhu, Associate Professor at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, for a sensor system that can simultaneously detect nitrate/nitrite and ammonium in water in real time.
Stony Brook receives $13.77 million NSF grant for national supercomputing project
Stony Brook University’s Institute for Advanced Computational Science (IACS), together with the University at Buffalo, has received a $13.77 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop a national supercomputing resource.
Stony Brook University Hospital named top pediatric care provider in New York by Money
Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized as the top hospital for pediatric care in New York State by Money, and ranks seventh nationally on the publication’s 2025 Best Hospitals for Pediatric Care list. “Being ranked as the top...
Staller Center announces fall lineup featuring Broadway stars and holiday performances
The Staller Center for the Arts has announced its Fall 2025 season, featuring a range of performances across Broadway, jazz, dance, and comedy.
Stony Brook professor Marci Lobel receives 2026 APS Mentor Award
Marci Lobel, a Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University, has been honored with a 2026 Mentor Award by the Association for Psychological Science (APS).
Charles B. Wang Center announces fall 2025 arts programs including exhibitions and workshops
The Charles B. Wang Center at Stony Brook University will host several events and exhibitions for the fall 2025 season.
Appliance donations sought for CommUniversity Day’s Appliance Autopsy event
Donations of small appliances are being requested for the Appliance Autopsy event at CommUniversity Day.
Long Island Sound Partnership marks four decades with community events
The Long Island Sound Partnership (LISP), a group that includes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, New York and Connecticut Sea Grant programs, and state agencies from both states, recently held three free community events to mark 40 years...
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew receives top honor from Stony Brook University
His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, leader of the Eastern Orthodox Church, received the Stony Brook Council University Medal at an event held at Stony Brook Southampton.
Stony Brook licenses biotech startup SWFTLabs zero-waste tech aiming at agricultural sustainability
SWFTLabs, a biotechnology startup focused on converting organic waste into sustainable materials, has obtained an exclusive patent license for its main technology from the Research Foundation for the State University of New York (SUNY).
President Goldsmith to give first State of the University Address September 29
Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith will deliver her first State of the University Address on Monday, September 29, at 1 p.m. The event will take place on the Staller Center Main Stage and is open to students, faculty, staff, and...
Stony Brook hosts hands-on ocean acoustics training for graduate students
More than two dozen graduate students from universities across the United States took part in the Ocean Acoustics Summer in School program (OASIS) at Stony Brook University’s Southampton Marine Sciences Center this summer.
Stony Brook launches pilot summer research program for transfer students
A group of 22 community college transfer students took part in a new summer pilot program at Stony Brook University aimed at introducing them to on-campus research before the start of fall classes.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.