Department News

Twelve Stony Brook graduate students took part in Stony Brook University’s annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on March 28. When the dust settled, Sai Abasolo, a doctoral candidate in biomedical engineering, was named the winner, having withstood competition that was at once enthusiastic, diverse and fierce.

Difficult moments in people’s lives often are the catalyst to manifest positive things. Gary Matoren lost his daughter at the age of 9. Debbie Lynn was born with a heart defect he said was due to a drug his wife was prescribed for morning sickness. As a result, Gary dedicated his career to healthcare fields such as pharmacy, administration and clinical research. He is now creating a legacy at Stony Brook by leaving his estate to help graduate students continue their pursuit of researching and discovering ways to prevent genetic disorders.

We are currently conducting a search for an Assistant or Associate Professor. Click here to apply.

We are currently conducting a search for two Assistant Professors. Click here to apply.

The fund will support research and PhD students within the Department of Pharmacological Sciences at Stony Brook.

The family of Arthur Grollman, MD, has established an endowed pharmacology fund at Stony Brook University to honor the late Distinguished Professor. In addition, the Arthur P. Grollman Seminar Room was named for him in the Basic Science Tower within the Department of Pharmacological Sciences.

18th Annual Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology Graduate Student Symposium.

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This award was developed by faculty for faculty, and only those who have demonstrated a record of sustained, superior service to a wide range of diverse constituents receive this distinction.  Dr. Colognato's contributions to the profession, the campus, SUNY, and the broader community are reflected in her selection for this honor.  Receiving this nomination underscores the respect and esteem of Dr. Colognato's colleagues, students, and campus leadership for her professional accomplishments.

This award was developed by faculty for faculty, and only those who have demonstrated a record of sustained scholarship in the sciences, humanities, and professional studies, or consistent creative productivity in the fine and performing arts receive this distinction.  Dr. Takemaru's contributions to developing new knowledge, enhancing the University's vibrancy, and fostering the intellectual and cultural growth of its students are reflected in his selection for this honor.  Receiving this nomination underscores the respect and esteem of Dr.

Dr. Arthur P. Grollman, Distinguished Professor of Pharmacological Sciences, Evelyn G. Glick Professor of Experimental Medicine, and Director of the Zickler Laboratory of Chemical Biology at Stony Brook University School of Medicine—In 1974, Arthur P. Grollman was appointed Chairman (founding) of the Department of Pharmacological Sciences. Under his leadership, Pharmacological Sciences consistently ranked among the top Departments of Pharmacology in the United States.