Category: Neuro

Stony Brook Medicine Spotlights Advances in Brain Health and Aging

President Andrea Goldsmith attended a series of presentations led by Stony Brook Medicine researchers, who shared emerging insights into brain health and aging.

April 16, 2026

3 min read

New Research Reconsiders the Cause of Hydrocephalus

New research led by Stony Brook Medicine neurosurgeon Michael Egnor could revolutionize treatments for hydrocephalus.

April 14, 2026

5 min read

Meeting of the Minds Spotlight on Neuromodulation Symposium January 9

The Stony Brook Neurosciences Institute will host a Meeting of the Minds Symposium, "A Spotlight on Neuromodulation," on Friday, January 9, 2026.

December 11, 2025

2 min read

Breakthrough Study Sheds Light on Consciousness and Recovery After Brain Injury

A study led by Sima Mofakham and Chuck Mikell of the Renaissance School of Medicine may lead to better patient care for those with traumatic brain injury.

September 9, 2025

5 min read

Research Suggests an Expanded Role of the Brain’s Thalamus

Stony Brook University researchers are taking a closer look at the thalamus, showing that it may play a decisive role in abstract thinking and executive control

June 20, 2025

3 min read

App That Predicts Fall Risk Advances in a National Start-Up Competition

Jeannette Mahoney, professor of neurology in the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook has developed an app that gauges someone’s propensity to fall.

May 20, 2025

4 min read

Groundbreaking Procedure Offers Improved Limb Function to Ischemic Stroke Survivors

Charles Mikell and his team performed surgery at Stony Brook University Hospital, implanting a device to help a 68-year-old who suffered a stroke 3 years ago

November 26, 2024

6 min read

SBUH’s Neurocritical Care Unit Awarded for Excellence

Stony Brook University Hospital’s Neurocritical Care Unit (NCCU) has received the Silver Beacon Award of Excellence (2024-2027) from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). This three-year award...

November 7, 2024

2 min read

Stony Brook Only Hospital Named Among America’s 100 Best for Stroke Care by Healthgrades® for a Decade

Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has again been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care by Healthgrades®, making it the only hospital in New York State to be recognized for Stroke Care for...

October 22, 2024

3 min read

Brain Imaging of Neuromelanin May Lead to Understanding Extensive Substance Use

Stony Brook research of young adults reveals an association stronger in women A study that used a specialized type of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), named neuromelanin-sensitive MRI, showed that this type of MRI...

October 16, 2024

3 min read

Breaking Down Barriers: SBU, Samaritan Daytop Village Tackle Mental Health, Addiction Crisis

Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare and Samaritan Daytop Village developed a solution addressing the crises of mental health and substance abuse

October 9, 2024

2 min read

Expert in Cognitive Aging Named Chair of Neurology

Physician researcher and educator Dr. Joe Verghese joins the RSOM Joe Verghese, MBBS, MD, MS, has been named chair of the Department of Neurology at the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University...

September 25, 2024

4 min read

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Stony Brook Medicine Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke and Cardiac Care

Stony Brook Medicine (SBM) has once again been recognized by the American Heart Association for its commitment to delivering high-quality patient care across cardiovascular and stroke focus areas. This year marks the...

August 29, 2024

4 min read

Using AI and Social Media to Track Depression in Communities

A study led by Stony Brook University researchers used artificial intelligence and social media to assess rates of depression and anxiety in American counties.

May 7, 2024

4 min read

Category: Neuro

Stony Brook Medicine Spotlights Advances in Brain Health and Aging

New Research Reconsiders the Cause of Hydrocephalus

Meeting of the Minds Spotlight on Neuromodulation Symposium January 9

Breakthrough Study Sheds Light on Consciousness and Recovery After Brain Injury

Research Suggests an Expanded Role of the Brain’s Thalamus

App That Predicts Fall Risk Advances in a National Start-Up Competition

Groundbreaking Procedure Offers Improved Limb Function to Ischemic Stroke Survivors

SBUH’s Neurocritical Care Unit Awarded for Excellence

Stony Brook Only Hospital Named Among America’s 100 Best for Stroke Care by Healthgrades® for a Decade

Brain Imaging of Neuromelanin May Lead to Understanding Extensive Substance Use

Expert in Cognitive Aging Named Chair of Neurology

Stony Brook Medicine Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke and Cardiac Care

Using AI and Social Media to Track Depression in Communities

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