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Apr 19, 2025

High school students showcase coding skills at Stony Brook hackathon

Stony Brook University hosted the second annual CEWIT High School Hackathon on April 10, drawing more than 90 high school students from across Long Island.

Apr 19, 2025

Stony Brook student gains experience and wins at hackathons

When Patrick Farrell first attended a hackathon at Stony Brook University, he was still a student at Suffolk County Community College and unfamiliar with the participants.

Apr 19, 2025

Stony Brook hosts IEEE StuCon 2025 for engineering students and alumni

Electrical engineering students gathered at Stony Brook University from April 4 to 6 for the IEEE Region 1 and Region 2 StuCon 2025.

Apr 19, 2025

Stony Brook psychology student awarded $25,000 P.E.O. Scholar Award

Clare Beatty, a doctoral student in Clinical Psychology at Stony Brook University, has been chosen to receive the prestigious P.E.O. Scholar Award, a $25,000 grant.

Apr 19, 2025

Abi-Dargham to receive 2025 APA award for schizophrenia research

Anissa Abi-Dargham, MD, has been recognized by the American Psychiatric Association with the 2025 Award for Research in Psychiatry.

Apr 19, 2025

Department of Biomedical Informatics prepares students for AI with specialized bootcamp

As the influence of artificial intelligence and data science expands within research, healthcare, and industry, the Department of Biomedical Informatics is taking steps to prepare students for this evolving landscape.

Apr 19, 2025

Stony Brook University partners with climate exchange to advance collaborative climate action

Through a partnership with The New York Climate Exchange, Stony Brook University plays a significant role in turning academic research into actionable climate solutions.

Apr 19, 2025

AI reshapes education for future engineers at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University is exploring the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its biomedical engineering education curriculum.

Apr 19, 2025

Persian cuisine takes center stage at SBU Eats' Cooking from Home event

The aroma of saffron and tomatoes filled West Side Dining as students gathered to savor traditional Persian cuisine.

Apr 19, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital earns recertification for obstetric anesthesia excellence

Stony Brook University Hospital has once again been recognized as a Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP) Center of Excellence, earning the designation for a second time.

Apr 19, 2025

SBU invites participation in CommUniversity Day on September 27, 2025

Stony Brook University is gearing up for its annual CommUniversity Day, inviting the community to join on September 27, 2025.

Apr 17, 2025

Students take action for community service during National Volunteer Month

Students at Stony Brook University are taking part in National Volunteer Month by engaging in various initiatives that aim to make a positive difference in their communities.

Apr 17, 2025

Biochemistry student at Stony Brook named a 2025 Goldwater Scholar

Stony Brook University sophomore Sean Krivitsky has been recognized as a 2025 Goldwater Scholar.

Apr 17, 2025

Stony Brook University workshop connects researchers to tackle PFAS challenges

Stony Brook University recently held a workshop to explore various strategies for managing the challenges posed by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), chemicals often referred to as "forever chemicals."

Apr 17, 2025

Simons Center exhibition explores intersection of art, science through 'Albedo

A recent exhibition at the Simons Center for Geometry and Physics brings together the fields of science and art, offering visitors a reflective exploration on the concept of 'Albedo.'

Apr 17, 2025

John Pardon earns 2025 New Horizons in Mathematics Breakthrough Prize at Stony Brook

Stony Brook University Professor John Pardon is a recipient of the New Horizons in Mathematics Breakthrough Prize, a segment of the annual Breakthrough Prizes often referred to as the "Oscars of Science."

Apr 17, 2025

Inaugural Long Island Youth Climate Summit convenes student innovators at Stony Brook University

More than 300 high school students gathered at Stony Brook University for the inaugural 2025 Long Island Youth Climate Summit on April 4, organized by Students for Climate Action and Renewable Energy Long Island.

Apr 17, 2025

Southampton Writers Conference returns to Stony Brook Southampton for 50th anniversary

The Southampton Writers Conference will return to Stony Brook Southampton for its 50th summer from July 9-13.

Apr 17, 2025

AI Innovation Institute expands computing power with Nvidia HGX H100

The AI Innovation Institute (AI3) recently upgraded its computing capabilities with the Nvidia HGX H100, a high-performance system designed to assist in tackling complex machine learning challenges across various fields, including language,...

Apr 16, 2025

Stony Brook team wins 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics

Members of the Stony Brook University Department of Physics and Astronomy have been awarded the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for their work at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC).

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Sports

New York Rangers 2025 season preview

Entering last season, the Rangers had high hopes throughout the organization and there were more than a few people picking this team to lift the Stanley Cup when all was said and done. That came crashing down and now it might be possible that they are being overlooked.


Local

Historic meth seizure nets major drug charges

In the largest methamphetamine seizure in Suffolk County history, prosecutors announced charges against two Holbrook residents accused of running a massive narcotics distribution enterprise that funneled millions of dollars’ worth of drugs onto Long Island’s streets.