STONY BROOK, NY October 12, 2022 This afternoon, Stony Brook University President Maurie McInnis, delivered the 2022 State of the University to students, faculty, staff, elected representatives and local community members. President McInnis shared recent achievements by the university community as well as her vision for the institution going forward. President McInnis explained that, "the future of Stony Brook lies in our ability to create a dynamic, engaged environment that welcomes ambition. It lies in our ability to nurture diversity and collaboration. [We] support excellence across campus and recognize the powerful impact we have on Long Island and in New York State." Some of the university's recent successes the President cited include: Being named one of two flagship universities of the State University of New York System; Named as a finalist to become the anchor institution for the Center for Climate Solutions on Governors Island; Joining the Colonial Athletic Ass
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Stony Brook University will lead a new, innovative network of regional biomedical research institutions in order to accelerate translational research that will impact and advance clinical care for a wide range of physical and mental health conditions. Anissa Abi-Dargham, a SUNY distinguished professor, vice chair for research and the Lourie Endowed Chair in Psychiatry, will lead this effort as the principal investigator and director of the Long Island Network for Clinical and Translational Science (LINCATS). The overall mission of LINCATS is to accelerate the public health impact of research, especially for underserved communities across Long Island, by providing access to innovative and transformative research programs and educational services. To improve the health of Long Island's three million-plus population, the bioscience collaborative will engage in work ranging from basic research and clinical trials to addressing vulnerable populations and disparities and incorporating
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