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May 19, 2025

Stony Brook alumni join prestigious National Academy of Sciences

Two alumni from Stony Brook University have been inducted into the National Academy of Sciences (NAS).

May 19, 2025

Catacosinos Fellowship awarded to three doctoral students in computer science

This month, three doctoral students from the Department of Computer Science have been honored with the Catacosinos Fellowship for Excellence in Computer Science.

May 19, 2025

Researchers explore why writers find large language models lacking

Researchers at Stony Brook University and Salesforce AI Research are investigating the reasons behind professional writers' dissatisfaction with Large Language Models (LLMs).

May 19, 2025

Christina Geraci reflects on ongoing connection with Stony Brook University

Alumna Christina Geraci, a 2004 graduate of Stony Brook University, has remained an active participant in university events for over two decades.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook University strengthens collaboration with Brookhaven National Laboratory

For nearly thirty years, Stony Brook University (SBU) has fostered a collaborative relationship with Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), one of the nation's leading research facilities.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook Venture Challenge showcases innovative tech startups

The Long Island High Technology Incubator (LIHTI) recently hosted the Spring 2025 Stony Brook Venture Challenge, where 14 startups presented their business ideas to a panel of judges.

May 19, 2025

Renaissance School celebrates graduation of new doctors ready for residency

The Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University held its 51st Convocation on May 19, marking the graduation of 133 students who received their Doctor of Medicine (MD) degrees.

May 19, 2025

Barry Barish elected to American Philosophical Society

World-renowned physicist Barry Barish has been elected as a member of the American Philosophical Society (APS).

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook recognizes seven faculty members with educational effectiveness awards

Seven faculty and staff members from various Stony Brook University colleges and schools have been honored with the Excellence in Educational Effectiveness Award.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook Medicine adopts AI tech for enhanced heart disease diagnosis

Stony Brook Medicine has become the first healthcare provider on Long Island to implement HeartFlow Plaque Analysis, an artificial intelligence technology designed to improve the diagnosis of heart disease.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook University supports freshman research in humanities through new funding

Stony Brook University is providing unique research opportunities for its first-year students in the humanities and social sciences.

May 19, 2025

South Shore Press Video Vault: SBM Medical Director of the Prostate Care Program, Dr. Howard Adler

The South Shore Press spoke to a leading prostate cancer medical professional on this type of cancer, what possible treatments are available for President Biden, and the importance of men getting regular screenings and colonoscopies.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook University's peer support team aids student wellbeing

College life can be a challenging period for many students, with various factors such as being away from home for the first time, managing work and internships, and dealing with personal issues.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook's EOP/AIM honors outstanding students at annual awards ceremony

The Educational Opportunity Program/Advancement on Individual Merit (EOP/AIM) at Stony Brook University held its annual awards ceremony on May 1 at the DeVries Center.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook showcases student innovation at first engineering design event

Stony Brook University recently held its inaugural Engineering Senior Design Showcase, highlighting the innovative work of its senior engineering students.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook hosts 'Disrupt the Brook' to foster student entrepreneurship

Stony Brook University recently hosted "Disrupt the Brook," an event designed to encourage students to explore entrepreneurial thinking and build an inclusive innovation ecosystem.

May 15, 2025

SBU students gain valuable insights at BEYA Conference

Stony Brook University students recently attended the Becoming Everything You Are (BEYA) Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook University receives silver rating for sustainability achievements

Stony Brook University has been awarded a STARS 3.0 Silver rating for its sustainability efforts by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).

May 15, 2025

Student innovation takes center stage at URECA/VIP Symposium

Multidisciplinary collaboration was showcased at the Student Activities Center Ballrooms during the 2025 Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URECA) Celebration and Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) Symposium on April 30.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook hosts third annual Big Jewish Block Party

Stony Brook University celebrated Jewish American Heritage Month with its third annual Big Jewish Block Party on May 8.

Daily Feed

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.


Local

Huge Turnout for County Executive Event

Big turnout at Ed Romaine’s Nine and Dine


Sports

My Fantasy Baseball Experience - Downfalls and Breakouts

Hi my name is Jack Thaler and I hope you enjoyed last week's edition of My Fantasy Baseball Experience. This week I will be focusing on teaching you how to treat unlikely and sudden breakouts and downfalls while also giving you my hitter and pitcher pickups of the week.