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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.
Stony Brook doctors pioneer use of new bladder dysfunction monitoring technology
Dr. Jason Kim and Dr. Steven Weissbart at Stony Brook University Hospital have successfully conducted one of the first Glean Urodynamics procedures in the United States using Bright Uro's ambulatory urodynamic system.
Brookhaven School District launches online meal applications amid rising food costs
Free and reduced meal applications for the Brookhaven School District are now available online.
Study uncovers new insights into star-forming gases in galaxy M83
A recent study using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) Telescope has revealed significant findings about the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy M83.
Teachers' Story Corner returns for summer readings at local library
William Floyd teachers are collaborating with the Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Community Library to bring back the Teachers’ Story Corner this summer.
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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.
From the Newsroom: Pray for a Mamdani Victory
“Do we want Mamdani to win, knowing his tenure will turn New York City into such a massive, raging, dumpster fire, that it will lead to a Democratic revolt that will result in huge GOP victories in 2026?”
Three Cheers for the Musketeers! “America 250” Celebrated in Bay Shore Reenactment Prelude
In conjunction with the County’s upcoming 250th Anniversary Commemorative Planning Committee, Romaine and company—which included reenactors tabbed to play former heads of state such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson—provocatively promised a celebration “like you’ve never seen” come Fourth of July 2026.