00. IT News and Alerts
Office(s) of the Vice President for Research Holiday Hours
PLEASE NOTE: The Office(s) of the Vice President for Research will be CLOSED as follows:
Monday and Tuesday, December 24 and 25 – Christmas Holiday
Monday and Tuesday, December 31 – January 01, 2019 – New Year’s Holiday
Please keep these dates in mind for planning purposes. Wishing all our colleagues a very happy and healthy holiday season!
https://research.stonybrook.edu/vpr
01. Campus-Wide Administrative Announcements(dept moves/closes, employee info,)Mini Byte: Learn How To Take Screenshots and Screen Videos on Mac (Brief Online Training)
A picture is worth a thousand words – with screenshots and videos, you can record what’s on your computer screen rather than trying to describe it with text. This workshop will show you how to take videos and screenshots (pictures) of your computer screen using tools you already have on your Mac! We’ll also look at how to share these by pasting into an email, post, or help ticket or uploading to YouTube. This training is online, Thur., Nov 29, 11:00-11:30am.
UUP presents “Planning for Retirement” November 28, 2018 at Noon
UUP is pleased to present “Planning for Retirement” a Pre-retirement planning workshop with guest speaker Walter Apple, UUP’s Retiree Member Services Coordinator, on November 28, 2018 from 12-1p in the Wang Center Room 201. RSVP at http://www.uupsbu.org. Lunch will be provided.
SeaWulf HPC Training Workshop
IACS is sponsoring a SeaWulf HPC training workshop on Thursday, December 6th, in the IACS Seminar Room from 1 – 3 pm. This workshop is aimed at researchers (primarily grad students, but professors, postdocs, and undergrads are welcome too!) who are interested in using HPC resources for their research but have limited experience in this area.
Registration is required.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLVxDPpdE2H1eySvbeFf61gxLbHXW-UkA5IC7ywd4WvlOCEw/viewform
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/iacs/event/seawulf-hpc-training-workshop/
CELT Lunch & Learn: Docs, Data, and Disruptive Technologies: Using VR To Educate Patients and MDs: Wed. 11/28, 1:00-2:30pm, Melville Library E-1332 Faculty Commons
Dr. Kimberly Noel will demonstrate the hardware, software, and pedagogical innovations that virtual reality is bringing to Telemedicine, medical training, and patient education. Participants will understand how Telehealth and mobile healthcare platforms will change the way healthcare is delivered at Stony Brook Medicine and beyond; learn the opportunities and challenges of Telemedicine; explore research, educational and career opportunities in Telehealth and Biomedical Informatics at Stony Brook
CELT College Teaching Seminars: 11/28, 3:00-4:30: Evidence Based Teaching Practices III, Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL), Grad School Conf Rm Old Comp Sci
The seminar includes a discussion of different pedagogical techniques, highlighting one course framework: POGIL, used in a large Chemistry lecture. Participants will work on assessment within this framework and participate in developing an assessment or a similar activity.
UUP- Additional Pre-Retire Workshop – Friday, November 30th at noon
Due to the overwhelming response for the 1st date of November 28th that had reached maximum capacity we are offering an additional date for those who could not RSVP to it.
PLEASE RSVP HERE ONLY IF YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO
ON THE 28TH.
https://www.uupsbu.org/rsvpmaker/additional-pre-retirement-workshop-2018-11-20/
https://www.uupsbu.org/rsvpmaker/additional-pre-retirement-workshop-2018-11-20/
04. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Workshops/TrainingWorld of Physics Open Night 11/30: Chris Johnson: From Molecules to Clouds – How do Atmospheric Particles Form from Thin Air?
World of Physics Open Night, November 30, 2018
ESS 001; 7:30PM
Christopher J. Johnson: From Molecules to Clouds – How do Atmospheric Particles Form from Thin Air?”
For more detailed information please visit the web page listed below:
http://www.physics.sunysb.edu/Physics/WorldsOfPhysics/2018-19/
University Libraries Presents : Mining Digitized Periodicals for an Expanded Open-Access Literary Canon” by Dr. Scott Zukowski
Scott works as a digital and applied learning specialist in CELT. He earned his Ph.D. from SBU’s English Department in May 2018, where his dissertation focused on achieving a better understanding of community and identity among marginalized groups in early America through the study of newspaper literature.
University Libraries Presents : “Color is the Keyboard” with Professor Margaret Schedel.
Margaret Anne Schedel is a composer and cellist specializing in the creation and performance of ferociously interactive media whose works have been performed throughout the United States and abroad. She ran SUNY’s first Coursera Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) in 2013. As an Associate Professor of Music at Stony Brook University, she serves as Co-Director of Computer Music and is the Director of cDACT, the consortium for digital art, culture and technology.
http://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/color-is-the-keyboard/
Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar, Thursday, November 29, 2018
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Dirk Hubmacher, Ichan School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai, entitled, “ADAMTS and ADAMTS-like proteins in musculoskeletal disease.” It will be held on Thursday, November 29, 2018, Life Sciences Building, Room 038, 4:00 p.m. Hosted by Dr. Bernadette Holdener, cookies, tea and coffee will be served at 3:30 p.m.
Will the War in Syria Ever End? The School of Journalism presents My Life As with Anne Barnard and Lindsey Hilsum
Tuesday December 4th at 8pm in the Sidney Gelber Auditorium, Student Activities Center
Will the war in Syria Ever End? Come hear Anne Barnard, New York Times Beirut Bureau Chief, in conversation with Lindsey Hilsum, Channel 4 News International Editor and author of In Extremis: The Life and Death of the War Correspondent Marie Colvin. Doors open at 7:30. No tickets required.
https://stonybrook.edu/journalism
Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
All are welcome to attend a seminar by Dr. Andrew Vogelmann, Atmospheric Scientist, from the Environmental & Climate Sciences Department, Brookhaven National Laboratory. Dr. Vogelmann will present his seminar entitled “Challenges in Understanding Shallow Convection Through Measurements and Modeling” on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 12:00 noon at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (South Campus) in Endeavour Hall 120.
https://www.somas.stonybrook.edu/seminars/
This Wednesday: Discover the incredible story behind the battle to save Virunga National Park
Join us November 28, 6:30 pm at Staller as President Stanley welcomes Prince Emmanuel de Merode, the director of Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo, for a conversation and screening of the powerful film, Virunga. The film shows how Merode’s team of Congolese rangers risk their lives to de-militarize the park while striving to build a better future. After the film, the prince will answer questions about his experiences with wildlife conservation in a dangerous region.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/presidentiallecture
Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
1:30 P.M., Monday, November 26, 2018, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. “Field Physiology to Build Hummingbird Daily Energy Budgets: Hummingbirds are Energetically Flexible,” Anusha Shankar, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
10:00 A.M., Wednesday, November 28, 2018, Life Sciences Building, Room 038, “On the Evolution and Diversification of Andean Hummingbirds,” Marisa Lim, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, November 28, 2018, Life Sciences Building, Room 038, “Ecological Homogenization of Urban America,” Dr. Peter M. Groffman, CUNY Advanced Science Research Center, Brooklyn College, Host: Dr. Stephen Baines. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Thursday, November 29, 2018 @ 12:00 noon. in Life Sciences Bldg – Room 038, the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will be hosting a seminar entitled: “Functional Organization of Maps and Circuits Underlying Early Olfactory Processing”, Speaker is Dr. Matthew Wachowiak, University of Utah, School of Medicine.
Host: Alfredo Fontanini – 632 8616
Molecular Genetics & Microbiology Seminar | Polymicrobial Synergy and Dysbiosis in the Oral Cavity
Please join Dr. David Thanassi, Chair of the Molecular Genetics & Microbiology Department, who will be hosting seminar speaker Dr. Richard Lamont of University of Louisville next Monday, December 3rd. Dr. Lamont will present “Polymicrobial Synergy and Dysbiosis in the Oral Cavity” at 12 noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. More info about the speaker: https://louisville.edu/dentistry/departments/oralhealth/faculty/richard-j-lamont-phd
SoMAS Seminar 11/30 at noon by Donovan Finn of the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS). Seminar Topic: Coastal planning in the Northeastern US: Challenges and opportunities for resilience.
Please join us for an Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium by Donovan Finn of the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS). His seminar titled, Coastal planning in the Northeastern US: Challenges and opportunities for resilience, will be presented on Friday November 30, 2018 at 12:00 pm at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences in Endeavour Hall, Room 120 (South Campus).
https://you.stonybrook.edu/somas/seminars/oceans-and-atmosphere-colloquium/
Laufer Center presents, “Physical Biology Meets Cancer Workshop”, Fri Nov 30
The workshop’s aim is to explore how physicists should think about cancer, and whether there are principles at the level of molecules, single cells or cell populations that form a core of understanding. (No registration required.)
Speakers: Bob Austin, Princeton; Sui, Institute for Systems Bio; Marsha Rosner, Univ of Chicago, and Gabor Balazsi, SBU
Time: 1:30-5:30. Laufer Center lecture hall 101
See link below for schedule and more info.
Inclusive Emergency Preparedness in Suffolk County
On Thursday December 6th from 10:00 to 12:00 there will be a presentation about inclusive emergency planning. Speakers will discuss how the Red Cross responds to disasters, accessibility information networks, and the take charge not chances planning procedure created by IVUN. Event will be held in Research and Support Services (Bldg 17) Room 109.
CNC 2018: The tenth annual concurrent collections workshop
The annual Concurrent Collections (CnC) workshop is as a forum for researchers and developers of parallel programs to interact on a variety of issues related to next-generation parallel programming models. The focus is on fostering a community around the CnC programming model; however, we also strongly encourage participation by anyone with an interest programming models inspired by dataflow and/or tuple space ideas. For more details, visit https://cnc-workshop.github.io/cnc2018/.
05. West Campus Conferences/Seminars/LecturesDept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Grand Rounds-Tues., November 27, 2018, Dr. Lawrence Kegeles, Columbia Univ.
“Searching for Biomarkers of Psychosis”-To be held at the Atkins Learning Center, HSC, L-4, 11-11:50 am
06. Research (Studies, Testing, etc…)Hats for Heroes Thank You
The UUP Community Services Committee would like to thank everyone who donated to the Hats for Heroes program for the Long Island State Veterans Home. Your generosity supplied military service caps for our veterans, both residents and those in the Adult Day Care program, at their Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 9th. We are very grateful to be able to express your appreciation along with ours to our wonderful heroes! Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Stony Brook Children’s Hospital Announces Partnership with the Riverhead Holiday Light Show
Friends of Stony Brook Children’s Hospital are invited to join in the festive spirit this holiday season by attending the first annual Riverhead Holiday Light Show! Open through December 30th, pack your family in the car and head to Riverhead for a family friendly drive through more than 1.5 miles of beautiful holiday-themed light displays!
For discounted tickets (good for any day the show is open) visit
https://light-show.ticketleap.com/t/Stonybrookchildrens/
9th Annual Full Throttle Party to benefit Stony Brook Children’s!
Thursday, November 29th 7 p..m. at 89 North in Patchogue
89 N. Ocean Avenue Patchogue, NY 11772
$20 donation per person or $10 with new unwrapped toy
Full buffet, drink specials, dessert bar, and holiday sweets!
For more information
https://www.fullthrottlenyne.org/about/full-throttles-xmas-party-toy-drive/
Join Stony Brook Children’s for the Share the Love Event at Competition Subaru!
Get a great vehicle and support a great cause. With every new Subaru purchased or leased, Subaru will donate $250 to your choice of charities. Choose Stony Brook Children’s and proceeds benefit the Sunrise Fund. Competition Subaru of Smithtown will also support your local community by donating an additional $50 to Stony Brook Children’s Hospital for each sold or leased vehicle from November 15 through January 2, 2019.
Competition Subaru of Smithtown 601 Middle Country Road St James, NY 11780
https://www.competitionsubaru.com/share-the-love.htm
07. Charitable/Fundraisers (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc…)University Libraries Presents : The Art of the Violin
Works for solo violin, violin and piano, and other chamber music selections will be performed by members of Professor Jennifer Frautschi’s studio.
http://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/university-libraries-present-art-of-the-violin-3/
University Libraries Presents : Therapy Dogs Visit the Melville Library!
Studying for finals stressing you? Well, they’re baa-aack! Certified therapy dogs are just the trick to relieve some of that pressure. Proudly working together with the University Libraries, SBU Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is bringing all your favorite dogs. Stop by the Galleria on December 7, from 12:00 – 2:00 and spend some time petting them – good for you and they love it, too!
http://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/university-libraries-present-therapy-dogs/
Annual Lighting of the Windmill at Stony Brook Southampton
On Friday, December 7, 2018, from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM join Stony Brook Southampton for the annual Lighting of the Windmill. This campus and community event is open to all and there is no fee to attend. All are welcome to hear holiday songs, watch balloon twisting, have a caricaturist draw you or your child’s face and feast on samples from SBU Incubator businesses. For more information, contact Laura Lyons at 631-632-6873
http://www.stonybrook.edu/southampton
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, Weight Watchers, Craft Center, etc…)Research on Periodontal Disease
The Department of Periodontology is seeking volunteers for a clinical research study. The purpose of this study is to evaluate a technique for reducing periodontal pockets. The study requires you come to the dental clinic for between 11 to 16 visits over 5 months. To qualify you must: have periodontal disease, be between 18 and 75 years old, and be in good general health. Please contact: Dr. Srinivas Myneni (631) 632-9703
11. Children’s ProgramStony Brook Campus Child Care is Available
Stony Brook Campus Child Care is Available
Stony Brook Child Care is an NAEYC accredited Preschool, Infant-Toddler Center with caring, professional early childhood teachers, low child-to-teacher ratio, and sliding fee scales. SBU affiliated and non-affiliated families are welcome. Call 632-6930 for more information and to arrange a visit. You can also visit our website at www.sunysb.edu/childcare.
Long Island State Veterans Home’s Benefits & Breakfast Lecture Series: Understanding the New Changes to the VA Aid & Attendance Pension Benefit
Benefits & Breakfast Lecture Series: Understanding the New Changes to the VA Aid & Attendance Pension Benefit
Presented by Melissa Negrin-Wiener, Esq.
Date: Saturday, December 1, 2018
Time: 9 am to 10:30 am
Location: Long Island State Veterans Home
100 Patriots Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790
Multi-Purpose Room
The discussion will include new eligibility rules, 3-year look-back for asset transfers, penalty periods, and asset limits.
Continental Breakfast will be served.
Call 631-444-8606 for info
