Stony Brook University

Negotiations for FY 2025 appropriations are ongoing, impacting NIH funding; President-elect Trump's nominees for HHS, CMS, CDC, FDA, and Surgeon General spark concern in the medical research community; House Appropriations Subcommittee reviews NIH budget for FY 2025; AACR and FDA host workshops on DPD deficiency and clinical trials; U.S. Surgeon General highlights tobacco use disparities; FDA approves new drugs and updates product labeling.

Peter Salovey, former Yale president, joins Stanford’s Board of Trustees for a five-year term starting Dec. 1. This marks his third board position since leaving Yale, having also joined the boards of Legend Biotech and The New York Academy of Sciences. Salovey continues as Yale’s Sterling Professor of Psychology and remains involved in fundraising for the university. He earned his B.A. and M.A. from Stanford and has been a consistent donor to The Stanford Fund.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the Empire AI consortium, a group of seven research institutions aiming to advance AI for public good, funded by over $400 million. The consortium, led by Dr. Robert J. Harrison, will focus on issues like climate change, drug discovery, and cybersecurity, addressing the lack of access to high-performance computing for AI research.

The Advanced Imaging Research Center (AIRC) at OHSU features advanced MRI equipment, including 12 Tesla and 7 Tesla machines, supporting research on brain cancer, strokes, multiple sclerosis, dementia, and reproductive issues. Directed by William Rooney, Ph.D., the AIRC serves as a hybrid between an academic department and a shared resource, facilitating both independent research and collaborative projects. The center's development began in the late 1990s with the acquisition of dedicated research MRI instruments, leading to the establishment of the AIRC in 2003 under Charles Springer, Ph.D. The facility now includes a 3 Tesla MRI suite, faculty offices, and specialized labs, making OHSU a critical resource for advanced imaging research.

The Katz School of Science and Health has added new faculty experts in AI, biotech, computer science, and digital marketing, enhancing its leadership in STEM education and research.

Stony Brook University’s MFA in TV Writing launches the TV Pilot Incubator, a first-of-its-kind initiative to develop four original TV series toward production, with industry mentors Bryan Goluboff, Michael Rauch, Jacquelyn Reingold, and Steve Basilone. The program, led by Kristen Lefcoe and Alan Kingsberg, includes workshops by notable guests and culminates in a pitch competition in January. Part two is planned for fall 2025, aiming to produce one pilot with funding from private foundations and industry partnerships.

Clinical Research Assistant role at Stony Brook University requires a Bachelor's degree and one year of clinical trials experience. Duties include coordinating and preparing clinical trials, interacting with participants, and maintaining data integrity. Preferred qualifications include experience in subject recruitment, protocol review, and electronic database management. Salary range is $40,000-$50,000.