Stony Brook University is a public research university located in Stony Brook, New York. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and was established in 1957. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including science, engineering, humanities, and health sciences. With a diverse student body of over 26,000, Stony Brook is known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation. The campus features modern facilities, including laboratories and libraries, and is home to several research institutes, such as the Institute for Advanced Computational Science and the Center for Molecular Medicine.