Major: Chemistry, Africana Studies minor (Combined B.S./M.S.)
Research Mentor: Surita Bhatia, Chemistry
Current Research: Rheology of soft gels and materials
Post-Graduation Goal: Pursue a PhD in Physical Chemistry
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2018 Goldwater Scholar Drives Research on Pancreatic Cancer Aggression
Selected as one of only 200-plus scholars nationwide, Ryan Kawalerski ‘19 plans to pursue an MD/PhD and lead his own cancer research lab one day.
“This certainly would not have been possible without the great network of support that I have here at Stony Brook...I owe a lot of my success to those who have taken me under their wing...to provide me the opportunity to pursue my research interests.”
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We help our students achieve their dream careers in STEM
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We’re equipped with the resources and the networks to help our students succeed, wherever they are
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Our students reap incredible returns on their education
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18:1 student-faculty ratio
Our students and faculty are part of a close and supportive community
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James Breton '19 '20
Pamela Best '19
Majors: Biochemistry and Psychology
Research Mentors: William Collins, Neurobiology and Behavior; Irene Solomon, Physiology and Biophysics
Current Research: Use of acute intermittent hypoxia as a treatment for incontinence following spinal cord injury
Post-Graduation Goal: Pursue an MD/PhD and help people with neurological disorders
Gregory Matousek ‘20
Major: Physics
Research Mentors: Abhay Deshpande and Nils Feege, Physics and Astronomy
Current Research: Particle identification capabilities of the proposed Electron Ion Collider Experiment
Post-Graduation Goal: Pursue a career working with the Electron Ion Collider Experiment or at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN)
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Center for Inclusive Education
The CIE increases awareness of issues related to diversity and inclusion at both university and national levels to make advances in graduate education, academia and the scientific workforce.
EOP/AIM
This program provides academic support and financial aid to New York State residents who show promise for mastering college-level work, but who may otherwise not be admitted.
Honors College
This highly selective program follows a special curriculum that offers many benefits and distinct experiences to a small cohort of high-achieving students.
Intensive English Center
The IEC offers programs to help international students learn English through a rigorous curriculum combined with cultural and social events.
International Academic Programs
The Office of Global Affairs provides support to our international students, faculty and staff through programs and initiatives that ensure we remain a welcome environment for all.
Semester by the Sea
Semester by the Sea is designed for undergraduate students, or recent graduates, to spend a semester immersed in marine studies while in residence at the Stony Brook Southampton campus.
STEM Smart
As an umbrella organization of an array of STEM education programs, STEM Smart enhances the participation of groups that are underrepresented in STEM fields.
University Scholars
Students admitted into this program are among the top 7% of the incoming class and make up a vibrant community of learners focused on leadership, scholarship and academic excellence.
Women in Science & Engineering
The WISE program seeks to increase the number of women in science, math and engineering fields through outreach, recruitment and retention efforts.