Brianna O'Neill, Author at The Statesman

Under the Microscope: tooth analysis shows how bat diet evolved

Brianna O'NeillNewsNovember 24, 2015November 24, 2015

The “whispering” bats are a diverse population that eat a variety of different foods. But what led to this amount of diversity in their diet?

Under the Microscope: Researchers receive grant to improve engine tech

Brianna O'NeillNews Top StoryNovember 5, 2015

Researchers at Stony Brook have received a $1 million grant to study Reactivity Controlled Compression Ignition, an alternative type of combustion technology for engines.

Under the Microscope: Sea spray may cause ice formation in atmosphere

Brianna O'NeillNewsOctober 19, 2015

“The ocean is still so mysterious,” professor Daniel Knopf said. “Something in there may create something that has effects 10 kilometers away. We are filling a gap in knowledge.”

Under the Microscope: Professors look at risks of texting and walking

Brianna O'NeillNewsSeptember 24, 2015September 24, 2015

Even during a short walk on campus, it is hard not to notice the number of people using their cellphones while walking.

Under the Microscope: SBU scientists look to sky to study exoplanet

Brianna O'NeillNews Top StorySeptember 3, 2015September 5, 2015

One hundred light-years away, right within our own galactic neighborhood, is a young planet named 51 Eridani b.