Stony Brook University News
Stony Brook University News
Google funds Stony Brook professor's innovative text input research with $100K gift
Stony Brook University's Department of Computer Science has received a $100,000 unrestricted gift from Google to support Professor Xianfeng David Gu's research.
Stony Brook scientists unveil new method for imaging atomic nuclei shapes
Scientists at Stony Brook University have developed a novel approach to using high-energy particle collisions at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC) at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) to explore atomic nuclei shapes.
Stony Brook honors Jim Simons for contributions to academia
Stony Brook University recently hosted an event to honor Jim Simons, a renowned mathematician and philanthropist.
Stony Brook University installs eleven endowed faculty members
Eleven faculty members from Stony Brook University were officially installed in endowed positions on October 25 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater.
Stony Brook University installs 11 endowed faculty members
Eleven faculty members at Stony Brook University were officially installed into endowed positions during a ceremony held on October 25 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater.
Stony Brook University honors young leaders in diverse fields
Stony Brook University celebrated its 2024 Class of 40 Under Forty on October 24, recognizing young alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields.
First generation week at Stony Brook celebrates pioneering college students
Stony Brook University is celebrating First Generation Week, an annual event that recognizes and supports students who are the first in their families to attend college.
Stony Brook student excels in astrophysics research while engaging campus community
Ryan Brady, a senior at Stony Brook University (SBU), has been recognized as the URECA researcher of the month for November.
Peace activists discuss solutions amid escalating Israel-Palestine conflict
The recent escalation of violence in Israel and Palestine has left many feeling powerless and frustrated, while others around the world seek a clearer understanding of the conflict.
Stony Brook University featured for veteran student services
Stony Brook University's Office of Military and Veteran Student Services has been highlighted in the latest issue of U.S. Veterans Magazine.
Debra Giugliano joins inaugural SUNY Nursing Simulation Fellowship
Debra Giugliano, a clinical assistant professor at the Stony Brook School of Nursing, has been named to the inaugural class of the SUNY Nursing Simulation Fellowship for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Alda Center leader shares insights at Women in Defense Conference
Laura Lindenfeld, Dean of the Stony Brook University School of Communication and Journalism and Executive Director of the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science, recently participated in the 2024 Women in Defense (WID) National Conference. The event was organized by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) and took place in Arlington, Virginia.
Hong Qin receives 2024 SMA Pioneer Award for advances in geometric modeling
Hong Qin, a professor at Stony Brook University's Department of Computer Science, has been awarded the 2024 Solid Modeling Association (SMA) Pioneer Award. This accolade recognizes his significant contributions to geometric modeling and physics-based simulation. The award is given to individuals who have made advancements in solid modeling through leadership, influential research, or technological innovations over a span of 25 years.
Stephanie Dinkins explores AI's societal impact at Stony Brook University's Spotlight Talk
The Provost’s Spotlight Talks at Stony Brook University are set to feature Stephanie Dinkins, a transmedia artist and Kusama endowed chair in art at the College of Arts and Sciences. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 22, at 3:30 pm in the Charles B. Wang Center Theatre.
Machine learning aids Stony Brook researchers in predicting opioid-related patient outcomes
Two researchers at Stony Brook University are working on using machine learning models to predict patient outcomes. Richard N. Rosenthal, MD, a professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health in the Renaissance School of Medicine, and Fusheng Wang, PhD, a professor in the departments of Biomedical Informatics and Computer Science, are collaborating on this project. Their research focuses on optimizing predictions related to opioid use disorder and overdose risks.
Stony Brook hosts virtual events for National Disability Employment Awareness Month
The U.S. Department of Labor is observing National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this October with the theme "Ensuring Access to Good Jobs for All." Stony Brook University is participating in the observance by hosting its fifth annual NDEAM through a series of events organized by the Disability Employment Resource Group. These events aim to educate the campus community about accessibility rights and responsibilities.
Golden Goose Award honors Heather Lynch's unconventional research on Antarctic penguins
Heather Lynch, a professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University, has received the 2024 Golden Goose Award. This accolade is given for unconventional research that results in unexpected and impactful discoveries. Lynch's project, "From Poop to Protection: Satellite Discoveries Help Save Antarctic Penguins and Advance Wildlife Monitoring," funded by the National Science Foundation and NASA, utilized satellite imagery to track penguin populations. This work led to the discovery of 1.5 million previously undocumented Adélie penguins.
Ellen Pikitch receives Lowell Thomas Award for marine conservation efforts
Ellen K. Pikitch, a professor at the Stony Brook University School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, has been awarded the 2024 Lowell Thomas Award for her contributions to science and communication. This accolade is presented annually by The Explorers Club to recognize excellence in various fields of exploration. Pikitch was nominated by explorer Sylvia Earle.
Stony Brook University to honor 11 endowed faculty members at investiture ceremony
Eleven faculty members from Stony Brook University will be officially installed in endowed positions during a ceremony on October 25. The event, part of the university's Homecoming Weekend, will take place at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater.
Stony Brook University hosts town hall focusing on interdisciplinary environmental collaboration
Several faculty and staff members from Stony Brook University gathered on October 2 to explore interdisciplinary collaboration on climate change. The event, organized by the Stony Brook Collaborative for the Earth (C4E), marked its first Town Hall, encouraging participants from various disciplines such as marine sciences, public health, humanities, and career services to brainstorm on fostering environmental research.
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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.
NY man sues mortgage lenders over alleged foreclosure fraud and false claims
A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FM Home Loans LLC, and AJ Partners Lending, accusing them of misconduct in handling his mortgage and foreclosure proceedings.
Brookhaven Leaders Visit Maryhaven’s Yaphank Business Center
Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Deputy Supervisor Neil Foley visited the Maryhaven Integrated Business Center (IBC) in Yaphank for a tour of its packaging and assembly operations and to meet with the individuals whose work powers the facility’s success.