ICES 2025

The Chen Lab was proud to participate in the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) Annual Science Conference, hosted this year in Klaipėda, Lithuania. Representing the lab were Molly, Stephanie, Katrina, Abigail, and Sarah, who shared their ongoing research and connected with scientists from across the international marine science community!

Molly, Stephanie, Katrina, Abigail, Sarah

We’re proud to congratulate our Research Scientist, Dr. Chengxue (Cheng) Li, for being honored with the Edward Hastings Memorial Award from NOAA’s Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC)!

This prestigious award honors non-federal employees who provide integral services to the NEFSC, demonstrating exceptional dedication, excellence in job performance, and significant contributions to the Center’s mission. Cheng was recognized for his leadership in developing an advanced management strategy evaluation (MSE) tool and advancing stock assessment methods, both of which have been applied across NEFSC, NMFS, and internationally, providing valuable insights for fisheries assessment and management. 

New Doctor Alert!

We are proud to celebrate Robyn Linners successful defence of her doctoral dissertation “Evaluating The Drivers of Atlantic Cod (Gadus Morhua) Spatial Dynamics Under Altered Stock Stucture in a Changing Gulf of Maine”. This accomplishment marks years of dedicated research and reflects the highest standards of scholarship. Robyn is now the Lead Scientist on the Maine – New Hampshire Inshore Trawl Survey.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Linner on this tremendous achievement!

Chen Lab Brings Local Aquatic Life to the Community at Long Island Aquarium

The Hudson River and Long Island Sound are lifelines for Long Island communities, offering vital ecological, economic, and recreational benefits. To celebrate these waterways and their significance, Chen Lab members –  AJ, Anh, Stephanie, Xiangyan, and Yunzhou – hosted an engaging outreach event at the Long Island Aquarium.

Visitors of all ages had the opportunity to learn about local fish and crustaceans through interactive demonstrations and hands-on experience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the incredible biodiversity in local ecosystems.

See more info at: https://you.stonybrook.edu/mwao1/yong-chens-team/