On May 9, 2019, Stony Brook University officially launched the Institute for AI-Driven Discovery and Innovation at Bloomberg headquarters in New York. The Institute aims to advance research in human-machine symbiosis, emphasizing AI technologies that enhance rather than replace human intelligence. Established with $4.5 million in grants from SUNY’s Empire Innovation Program, along with university and private funding, the Institute focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration across fields such as healthcare, infrastructure, education, and finance.

The article "Is AI for You?" from Long Island Business News explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can benefit forward-thinking entrepreneurs by enhancing business growth, decision-making, and innovation. Despite common misconceptions of AI as complex or threatening, experts emphasize its potential to streamline operations and foster creativity. Kerstin Kleese van Dam, director of Brookhaven

At a recent AI conference co-hosted by the Long Island Association (LIA) and HIA-LI, XLabs CEO Radhika Dirks urged local businesses to integrate artificial intelligence into their operations to remain competitive. Dirks emphasized that AI adoption should be a strategic initiative involving leadership and cross-functional teams, not just IT departments. She highlighted AI's potential, citing her

Steven Skiena, director of Stony Brook University's Institute for AI-Driven Discovery and Innovation, is utilizing a custom AI tool dubbed the "Poach-o-matic" to identify candidates for faculty positions. This approach aims to uncover exceptional talent that might otherwise be overlooked, particularly for roles in the Departments of Computer Science and Biomedical Informatics. Skiena notes a gr

Stony Brook University is advancing artificial intelligence research through its Institute for AI-Driven Discovery and Innovation. The institute focuses on integrating AI across disciplines, including medicine, engineering, and social sciences. Notable projects involve developing smart infrastructure materials, utilizing nanobots for neurological treatments, and employing AI to analyze social m

Stony Brook University appointed Dr. Steven Skiena as the director of its Institute for AI-Driven Discovery and Innovation. Dr. Skiena, a renowned computer scientist, brings extensive expertise in artificial intelligence and data science to the role. Under his leadership, the institute aims to advance AI research and foster interdisciplinary collaboration across various fields.​

Stony Brook University has launched a new Institute for AI-Driven Discovery and Innovation, supported by alumni donations and industry expertise. The Institute aims to advance AI research and applications across disciplines, including healthcare, climate science, and engineering, while fostering industry partnerships and student engagement.

Professor Arie Kaufman in the Reality Deck, a unique visualization facility located at the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology (CEWIT) at Stony Brook University. Photos by John Griffin.

The future of Long Island’s coastal communities is being shaped by cutting-edge climate research at Stony Brook University.

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