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Stony Brook receives $1M grant from Gray Foundation for student scholarships
Stony Brook University has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Gray Foundation, aimed at supporting undergraduate students.
Kidney donor meets recipient for first time at Stony Brook University Hospital
Ann Marie Hassett from Coram made a significant impact by donating her kidney to Scott Scannell of Nesconset, whom she met for the first time on July 10 at Stony Brook University Hospital.
Let’s Go Sharks: New Administrators Appointed in ESM Central School District
Effective July 9th, Rebecca Bellezza and Kari Von Voight were named principal of Tuttle Avenue Elementary School and Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School, respectively.
William Floyd Board introduces student members in reorganization for new school year
The William Floyd Board of Education conducted its annual reorganization meeting for the 2025-26 school year.
Sayville Students Honored With Community Leadership Awards
The Sayville School District honored ten outstanding students of the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying (LICAB) Community Leadership Awards at a recent ceremony.
Welcome to the Bulls: Smithtown High School West Names New Asst. Principal
“I feel as an AP I can still advocate for students and be their biggest cheerleader but in a more administrative capacity," said Kristen Schnall, new assistant principal at Smithtown West.
P. Scott Carney named chair of Stony Brook University's mechanical engineering department
P. Scott Carney has been appointed as the chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University, starting September 1, 2025.
Stony Brook hosts teens' summer camp on cutting-edge quantum science
Thirty-five high school students recently participated in a four-day camp at Stony Brook University, focusing on quantum information science and technology.
Stony Brook student's journey from high school tour leads to key role in quantum research
As a high school senior visiting Stony Brook University, Leonardo Castillo Veneros did not expect his future to be shaped by a visit to Professor Eden Figueroa’s physics lab.
Stony Brook student receives Leakey Grant for primate study in Kenya
A doctoral student from Stony Brook University has received a notable grant from the Leakey Foundation to study primates in coastal Kenya.
Chef's journey back to kitchen through SBU's Cooking from Home program
When Anthony Salierno returned to the kitchen at West Side dine-in this spring, he was not just preparing a dessert; he was completing a personal journey.
Research reveals new insights into dinosaur evolution related to bird flight
An analysis of two theropod dinosaur fossils has revealed the presence of a carpal bone in their wrists, previously thought to be unique to birds.
Magnets show promise in advancing cancer treatment with proton beams
Scientists and doctors are exploring new ways to treat cancer more effectively.
Study finds climate change delays shark migrations in North Atlantic
Certain migratory shark species in the North Atlantic may be delaying their migration south due to ocean warming, according to a study led by researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).
Zuccaire Gallery hosts exhibit on indigenous language in contemporary art
“Weaving Words, Weaving Worlds: The Power of Indigenous Language in Contemporary Art” is an upcoming exhibition at the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery, located in the Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University.
Discovery reveals dinosaur wrist bones may have played role in evolution of flight
An important discovery has been made by researchers at Stony Brook University, led by Dr. James Napoli.
Study reveals external origins for gases forming stars in Southern Pinwheel Galaxy
A recent study using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) Telescope has uncovered new insights into galaxy evolution.
Electrical engineering student Jalen Saldivar named URECA researcher of July
Jalen Saldivar, an electrical engineering major at Stony Brook University, has been recognized as the URECA researcher of the month for July.
Stony Brook professor awarded NSF CAREER grant for AI-driven medical imaging
Assistant Professor Prateek Prasanna from the Department of Biomedical Informatics at Stony Brook University has been honored with the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award for his project, “CAREER: Towards Gaze-guided Medical Image...
Stony Brook University launches on-campus sunscreen initiative
Stony Brook University has introduced a new initiative to promote sunscreen use on campus.
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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.
Is there a new ace for fantasy?
The hardest thing for fantasy managers is always trying to evaluate the unknown. That evaluation has usually been tricky with minor league players, but the recent influx of international talent has made the playing field that much more difficult.
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Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz were placed on administrative leave in July while Major League Baseball investigated them for potentially violating the league’s gambling policies.