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Michelle Ballan receives HERALD Excellence in Healthcare Award
Michelle Ballan, professor and associate dean for research in the Stony Brook School of Social Welfare, received The HERALD 2024 Excellence in Healthcare Award at a ceremony on September 18. The award honors individuals whose dedication and commitment have made a difference in the health and well-being of others.
Stony Brook University wins Car Free Day competition with record participation
Stony Brook University has been named the 2024 champion of the annual Car Free Day Long Island event. This international event, held every September, encourages people to travel without cars. This year, 892 members of the Stony Brook community pledged to forgo at least one car trip on September 22, opting instead for walking, biking, carpooling, using public transportation, or telecommuting. Their participation made Stony Brook University (SBU) the top performer among all participating Long Island organizations.
Expert on cognitive aging named chair at Stony Brook's neurology department
Joe Verghese, MBBS, MD, MS, has been appointed chair of the Department of Neurology at the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University. His appointment by Peter Igarashi, MD, Knapp Dean of the RSOM, will begin on October 14.
Steven Skiena's team wins KDD Test of Time Award
Department of Computer Science Professor Steven Skiena, along with his former students Rami al-Rfou and Bryan Perozzi, received the 2024 KDD Test of Time Award for their work on graph representation learning.
Stony Brook University raises over $654 million in philanthropic support
Stony Brook University has reported a significant increase in philanthropic support for the fiscal year 2024, raising over $654 million. Approximately 85 percent of these funds are directed towards endowment gifts intended to provide long-term support for the university.
Researcher discusses veteran illness at Pentagon briefing
Anthony Szema, a research assistant professor in the Department of Technology and Society, recently participated in a Pentagon briefing to discuss his work with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Szema aims to help soldiers who suffer from Iraq Afghanistan War Lung Injury (IAW-LI) with coverage for medical assistance.
Stony Brook welcomes record-breaking number of first-year students
Stony Brook University has welcomed its largest incoming class of first-year students in its 66-year history. The university saw a 13% increase in first-year undergraduate student enrollment for the Fall 2024 term, with a total of 4,042 new students compared to 3,569 in Fall 2023. Additionally, there were 1,334 new transfer students in Fall 2024, marking a 4% increase from the previous fall.
PCORI funds $1M+ for developing predictive healthcare AI tools
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has announced a $1.05 million award to Fusheng Wang, professor in the departments of Biomedical Informatics and Computer Science, and his team, including Richard Rosenthal, MD, professor and addiction psychiatrist from the Department of Psychiatry. Their research is focused on machine learning models to predict patient outcomes.
Stony Brook University unveils statue honoring beloved mascot
To the Stony Brook University community, Wolfie the Seawolf is more than just a mascot — he is an icon. There is no one on this campus who is a bigger celebrity, there is no one who can light up a room just by being there, and there is no one who creates a greater sense of community than Wolfie. Admit it, Wolfie is our very own celebrity.
Stony Brook University Hospital recognized for environmental sustainability achievements
Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized for its achievements in environmental sustainability in healthcare. Vizient, Inc., the nation’s largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company, named SBUH a top performer in the comprehensive academic medical center group, awarding it the Environmental Sustainability Excellence Award.
Stony Brook researchers develop AI tool for improved breast cancer diagnosis
A team of researchers at Stony Brook University is developing a new method to analyze breast cancer imaging by incorporating mathematical modeling and deep learning. Led by Chao Chen, associate professor, and Prateek Prasanna, assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Informatics, the approach aims to improve disease diagnosis and create treatment plans specific to biomarker imaging and modeling findings.
Ahmad Pratama returns to Stony Brook University in new role
Ahmad Pratama, a man of science, attributes his arrival at Stony Brook University to fate. "Fate brought me here not once, but twice," he says.
Stony Brook unveils eco-friendly vessel for biodiversity survey in Shinnecock Bay
Stony Brook University, in collaboration with the University of Waterloo, citizens of the Shinnecock Indian Nation, Open Ocean Robotics, and McLane Research Laboratories, has unveiled a solar-powered, remote-controlled craft that can autonomously roam the Shinnecock Bay for months. This vessel gathers vital data on the species inhabiting the waters without harming the ecosystem.
Stony Brook University to host annual CommUniversity Day on September 28
Stony Brook University will host its annual CommUniversity Day on Saturday, September 28, from noon to 4 pm. The event, held on the university’s Academic Mall, is free and family-friendly. It aims to connect the university, Stony Brook Medicine, and the surrounding community through various activities.
Stony Brook University enhances student voter engagement ahead of presidential election
In a comprehensive effort to highlight the various ways students can participate in the upcoming election, Stony Brook University's Presidential Election Planning and Coordination Committee (PEPCC) is offering multiple resources and engagement opportunities on campus.
Italian auto enthusiasts gather at Stony Brook University
Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Alfa Romeos, and more were on display at Stony Brook University for the 18th annual Robert D. Cess Concorso d’Eleganza Italian car show, hosted by the Center for Italian Studies.
University announces ART Tank competition for student artists
From a native species planting event at Life Sciences to a new mural being painted at the ECC Building, Campus Beautification Committee (CBC) projects are spreading art, joy, and community involvement around campus. The latest CBC call to action took place earlier this week with a message from Vice President for Equity and Inclusion/Chief Diversity Officer Judi Brown Clarke announcing ‘ART Tank.’
Congressman LaLota joins celebration honoring successful clients of SBDC
Congressman Nick LaLota (R District 01) joined the Stony Brook Small Business Development Center (SBDC), a member of Stony Brook University’s Economic Development organization, along with Economic Development senior management to celebrate a small cross-section of successful small businesses that were assisted by the SBDC in the Congressman’s District on Long Island. The Congressman congratulated the entrepreneurs on their successes and encouraged continued economic independence.
Stony Brook University encourages participation in Car Free Day Long Island
Stony Brook University is calling on its community to participate in the annual Car Free Day Long Island on Sunday, September 22. The Stony Brook University Office of Sustainability is encouraging students to forego their cars and instead use alternative transportation methods such as trains, buses, bicycles, carpools, or walking for the day.
Stony Brook University launches new artificial intelligence innovation institute
Stony Brook University recently announced the launch of its new AI Innovation Institute (AI3), expanding the Institute for AI-Driven Discovery and Innovation established in 2018 from a department-level institute within the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences to a university-wide endeavor.
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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.
Class action lawsuit claims harmful metals found in Girl Scout Cookies
A class action lawsuit has been filed against the Girl Scouts of the United States of America and Ferrero U.S.A., Inc., accusing them of selling cookies allegedly contaminated with substances that pose a health risk to consumers.
Former executive employee sues Whitson’s Culinary Group over alleged FMLA violation
A former executive employee has filed a lawsuit against Whitson’s Culinary Group, alleging wrongful termination related to her request for family medical leave.