OUR RESEARCH IMPACT
DARE TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE
Research for You
World-class research is at the heart of our mission at the Office for Research and Innovation. Stony Brook University is home to over 3,000 researchers making discoveries that aim to expand our basic understanding of the universe and solve the challenges you see in the world around you. By strategically partnering with institutions like Brookhaven National Laboratory, our research is vital in advancing scientific understanding and promoting an environment of rigorous inquiry. This relentless pursuit of knowledge is driven by our fundamental goal of contributing to a more informed and better world.
Research in Motion
On October 25, 2024, a 50-person multidisciplinary team from Stony Brook University embarked on a research vessel and visited an installation of five offshore wind turbines, getting a rare close-up look at the first commercial offshore wind farm in the United States.
The winner of the 2025 Discovery Prize is Jennifer Cano, an associate professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, whose research is focused on developing energy-efficient materials to power electronic devices, could revolutionize the future of technology.
How can we make the internet more secure and powerful? Eden Figueroa, Presidential Innovation Endowed Professor of Physics at SUNY's Stony Brook University, explains the groundbreaking work behind the first distributed quantum processing network.
Research in the Real World
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At Stony Brook University, research drives progress in healthcare, sustainability, technology, and more. These stories represent just a few examples of how Stony Brook research is translating knowledge into action, shaping a healthier, more resilient, and more equitable future. |
Working for You
To Ensure Clean Water
Stony Brook’s Gobler Lab is driving local environmental improvements and leading the way in innovative solutions for sustainable water management. By combining cutting-edge research with community collaboration, the lab is shaping a cleaner, healthier future for Long Island’s waters and residents. Their work is also influencing policy decisions that protect coastal ecosystems and ensure long-term water quality.
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To Advance Internet Safety and Speed
In building the nation's largest quantum network, Stony Brook is at the forefront of developing innovations that promise faster, more secure internet for everyone. By harnessing the power of quantum computing, the university is helping shape the future of online safety and efficiency, unlocking new possibilities for industries and creating high-tech jobs that will drive Long Island’s economy forward.
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To Provide Tick Defense Solutions
Stony Brook is leading the fight against tick-borne diseases with groundbreaking research and specialized care. The Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center offers expert treatment and prevention resources for the community, while researchers are decoding Lyme disease at the genetic level to improve testing and treatment. From clinics to labs, Stony Brook is protecting Long Islanders and advancing public health.
Visit the Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center
To Support Healthy Aging
Stony Brook’s Center for Healthy Aging is leading a transformative approach to aging through interdisciplinary research and care. The center unites experts across medicine, public health, and social welfare to develop therapies that enhance physical and cognitive well-being. Its collaborative model is improving care for older adults across Long Island and setting new standards in healthy aging nationwide.
Visit the Center for Healthy Aging
To Strengthen Our Economy
$8.93B
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Economic Output
55,000+
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Jobs Supported
$3.42B
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Impact on Earnings
1,600%
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Return on Tax
Dollar Investment
8%
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Of Total Jobs in
Suffolk County
$27.73B
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Annual Earnings
Among Alumni