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WFMS Mock Trial team competes at Long Island Mock Trial Tournament
The William Floyd Middle School Mock Trial team, under the guidance of advisors Paul Tolksdorf and Taylor Pierce, participated in the Western Suffolk BOCES Long Island Mock Trial Tournament at Suffolk County Community College.
Brookhaven School District appoints Darien Dorsey as new head football coach
The Brookhaven School District has appointed Darien Dorsey as the new head football coach of Brookhaven High School.
Jazz Loft announces concert series in Southampton, starting April 29 with Grammy winners
Stony Brook Southampton, in association with The Jazz Loft, will launch The Jazz Loft @ Southampton Concert Series on April 29.
Stony Brook University receives $5M from State for AI department transformation
Stony Brook University has secured a $5 million investment from New York State to reshape its Department of Technology and Society into the newly proposed Department of Technology, AI and Society.
Stony Brook and partners unveil new East Hampton emergency department
Stony Brook Medicine, alongside the Southampton Hospital Association and the Southampton Hospital Foundation, announced the anticipated opening of the Stony Brook East Hampton Emergency Department during a ribbon-cutting event held on April 5.
The 7 Fingers to present Duel Reality at Staller Center on April 11-12
The acclaimed performance group, The 7 Fingers, is set to present their latest show, Duel Reality, at the Staller Center.
Stony Brook Southampton and The Jazz Loft launch new concert series featuring Grammy winners
Stony Brook Southampton is partnering with The Jazz Loft to present The Jazz Loft @ Southampton Concert Series, featuring a lineup of five concerts this spring and summer.
Stony Brook University to host event on AI and human communication
Stony Brook University’s College of Business is set to host a virtual event titled "Artificial Intelligence: Reshaping Learning and Work – Building Human Connections Through Communication" on April 15.
Gary Matoren donates estate for Stony Brook University student research support
Gary Matoren is leaving a lasting impact on students at Stony Brook University by dedicating his estate to support future research in preventing genetic disorders.
New book unites SUNY students through art and environmental themes
Nature State of Mind: SUNY Students Reflect on Our Environment, a project spearheaded by Stony Brook University researchers, has been launched as an ambitious effort to highlight the connection between humanity and the environment.
Water quality challenges prompt innovative solutions in Suffolk County
Record-breaking temperatures, harmful bacteria, and declining water quality are significantly impacting Long Island's bays, as revealed during the "State of the Bays" lecture on April 2 at Stony Brook Southampton.
Internship experience shapes patent examiner's career path
Marzia Monty, an alumna of Stony Brook University, recently shared her experiences with the Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence (SPIR) program.
Stony Brook University hosts annual Three Minute Thesis competition
Twelve graduate students from Stony Brook University participated in the university's annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held on March 28.
Stony Brook students participate in sustainability and community initiatives during National Volunteer Month
April marks National Volunteer Month, and students at Stony Brook University are actively participating in community service initiatives.
SchoolNova hosts Math Kangaroo competition for the 20th year at Simons Center
Every year, on the third Thursday of March, more than six million students partake in the Math Kangaroo competition, allowing children aged 7 to 18 from across the globe to test their mathematical skills.
Neuroscientist Anthony Zador discusses AI's future and its link to brain research
Artificial intelligence has seen significant advances in mastering language, diagnosing diseases, and solving protein structures, yet everyday tasks like dishwashing by robots remain elusive.
High school students recognized for energy research benefiting Shinnecock Nation
Two high school students collaborated with Stony Brook University researchers to work on the Shinnecock reservation's energy needs.
Study shows cloud types' impact on solar energy forecasting accuracy
Solar energy, a renewable and clean source, poses challenges in predictability due to cloud interference.
Cancer drugs show potential in hemorrhagic stroke treatment, researcher says
There is currently no effective drug treatment for hemorrhagic stroke, a condition where a ruptured blood vessel causes bleeding in the brain.
Stony Brook University emphasizes climate resilience and education
Stony Brook University recently dealt with a significant weather challenge.
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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.
Queens housing facility accused of privacy violations and neglect
Christopher Mungin has filed a lawsuit against multiple entities including the City of New York DSS/HRA/DHS over alleged civil rights violations at a transitional housing facility in Queens County.
Richmond Pharmacy sues Richmond University Medical Center over business dispute
Richmond Specialty Script Inc., which operates as Richmond Pharmacy, is suing Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC), alleging improper business practices and breach of trust. The defendants include RUMC in its capacity as both landlord and participant in a federal drug pricing program.