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Jan 23, 2025

Stony Brook's Keith A. Chadwick joins Triological Society; wins research excellence award

Keith A. Chadwick, MD, MS, a member of Stony Brook Surgery’s Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ENT), has been inducted as an Active Fellow into the American Laryngological Rhinological and Otological Society, Inc., known as the...

Jan 23, 2025

Exhibition explores myth and tech at Suffolk County Community College

Suffolk County Community College is set to host an exhibition titled "Drone Beuys: Origins" at the Sagtikos Art Gallery.

Jan 23, 2025

Study links WTC exposure duration with brain amyloidosis among responders

Stony Brook University researchers have found evidence of amyloidosis in the brains of some World Trade Center (WTC) responders, nearly 25 years after the attacks.

Jan 22, 2025

Stony Brook Cancer Center receives $1.25M gift from Betty Ajces Trust

The Stony Brook Cancer Center has received a significant contribution of $1.25 million from the Betty Ajces Trust.

Jan 22, 2025

William Floyd wins Kujan Brothers' Memorial Tournament for second time in three years

The William Floyd boys' varsity wrestling team, under the guidance of head coach Tony Mecca, recently secured victory at the 39th Annual Kujan Brothers’ Memorial Tournament.

Jan 22, 2025

Australopithecus study reveals plant-based diet despite occasional meat consumption

An international team of researchers, including Dominic Stratford from Stony Brook University and the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, has made a significant discovery about the diet of Australopithecus.

Jan 22, 2025

CEAS holds inaugural awards ceremony recognizing excellence across various fields

Stony Brook University's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) held its first annual awards ceremony on January 21.

Jan 22, 2025

MLK portrait project exhibition returns to Suffolk County Community College

The Fifth Annual MLK Portrait Project exhibition will be displayed at Suffolk County Community College's Eastern Campus from January 29 to March 7, 2025.

Jan 22, 2025

Ancient human ancestor's diet revealed through fossil tooth enamel analysis

An international team of researchers has uncovered new insights into the diet of ancient human ancestors.

Jan 21, 2025

Stony Brook launches new master's degree in political psychology

Stony Brook University is set to introduce a new Master of Arts in Political Psychology program through its Department of Political Science, starting in the fall of 2025.

Jan 21, 2025

Stony Brook receives funding for five research projects from New York Sea Grant

New York Sea Grant (NYSG) has allocated approximately $2.15 million to fund 10 research projects, with five based at Stony Brook University.

Jan 21, 2025

Collaborative for the Earth launches second season of climate-focused podcast

The Collaborative for the Earth (C4E) is set to launch the second season of its podcast, "C4E Presents," aiming to engage in conversations with researchers and scholars from Stony Brook University about environmental changes.

Jan 17, 2025

Zariel Macchia honored as three-time Gatorade player of the year

William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has been named the 2024-25 Gatorade New York Girls Cross Country Player of the Year.

Jan 17, 2025

Stony Brook University joins inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC

Stony Brook University is preparing to participate in the inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC, organized by The New York Climate Exchange.

Jan 17, 2025

Joeva Sean Rock wins prestigious Margaret Mead Award for contributions to anthropology

Stony Brook University anthropologist Joeva Sean Rock has been awarded the 2024 Margaret Mead Award.

Jan 17, 2025

Governor Hochul backs expansion of student support programs in New York

Suffolk County Community College has expressed gratitude towards Governor Kathy Hochul for her commitment to providing ongoing state funding for the Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) and Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE)...

Jan 17, 2025

Drug targeting neuropathic pain progresses in clinical trials

A new investigational drug aimed at treating neuropathic pain has successfully completed a safety review, allowing it to proceed to the next phase of clinical trials.

Jan 17, 2025

Artelo's neuropathy drug advances in clinical trials after safety review

A non-opioid investigational drug, ART26.12, developed by Artelo Biosciences in Solana Beach, California, has made progress in its clinical trials.

Jan 17, 2025

Moriches students learn about Gila monsters from expert researcher

Fifth-grade students at Moriches Elementary School had the opportunity to learn about Gila monsters from Dr. Kevin Bonine, a well-known professor and director of the Arizona Institute for Resilience at the University of Arizona.

Jan 16, 2025

Pioneering virtual colonoscopy: Professor Jerome Liang's contributions to early cancer detection

From a young age, Professor Jerome Zhengrong Liang was intrigued by the universe's mysteries.

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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.


Brooklyn man sues NYPD over injuries from alleged police vehicle collision

A Brooklyn man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging excessive force, defamation, and civil rights violations.


Paraplegic man and witness sue NYPD alleging excessive force at Brooklyn park event

Two community organizers have filed a lawsuit against the City of New York alleging excessive force by NYPD officers during a peaceful event at Wingate Park in Brooklyn.