Faculty

Portrait of Henry Ruiz

Understanding the Cellular Underpinnings of Obesity

In his research, Assistant Professor Henry Ruiz, Ph.D., is looking to understand what makes fat cells grow, which could lead to new and improved obesity treatments.

Portrait of President Hank Foley

The Role of Mathematica in the Classroom

President Henry C. “Hank” Foley, Ph.D., discusses how Mathematica software can help students better integrate math into complex modeling, as well as opportunities for those outside traditional STEM majors and the future educational impact of AI.

Students with their professor in a lab

Blueprint for Healing

A multidisciplinary team of students is investigating solutions for wound healing that would speed healing and positively impact the lives of countless people.

Three students sitting at a desk

Students Propose Solutions to Commuting Challenges

On the heels of last fall’s efforts to solve commuting challenges, students in spring’s Data 101 course are turning ideas into action.

Researchers working in a lab

BRIIC by BRIIC

A look at the new Biomedical, Research, Innovation, and Imaging Center (BRIIC).

Portraits of Daniel Nasef and Kennette James Basco

Using AI to Detect ECG Abnormalities

Student-led research uses artificial intelligence (AI) models to interpret abnormalities in electrocardiogram (ECG) test results.

Student being hooded by professor

Hooding NYITCOM’s Class of 2025

At ceremonies in Old Westbury, N.Y., and Jonesboro, Ark., the College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) ushered in more than 400 new physicians.

Portrait of Jared Littman

Charting a Path to R2 Status

Since joining New York Tech in 2023, Vice Provost for Research Jared Littman, Ph.D., has wasted no time in charting the path to move the university closer to Carnegie-classified Research 2 (R2) status.

Portrait of Theodore Flaum

A Legacy of Justice, Perseverance, and Healing

For Jewish American Heritage Month, Theodore Flaum, D.O., professor of osteopathic manipulative medicine, reflects on his heritage and how it has shaped how he teaches, practices medicine, and lives.

Students working at computers

New York Tech Launches Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy With $5 Million Venture Fund

In a bold step to strengthen its leadership in entrepreneurship education, New York Tech has launched its Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy, along with the creation of a $5 million venture fund to invest in startups.