LI/NYC Campus: Partial Closure Tuesday, February 24

All in-person classes and activities on the Long Island and New York City campuses are suspended on Tuesday, February 24, with classes shifting to remote instruction. Buildings and offices on both campuses remain open. Impacted employees should shift to remote work where feasible or make alternate on-campus office arrangements for work activities.

We will post additional updates when they become available.

New York Tech News

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Realistic 3-D Colon Model Shifts Paradigm for Drug Development

Assistant Professor Steven Zanganeh, Ph.D., is striving to further improve the model he developed to open the door to drug development for cancer and other conditions.

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Reversing Bone Loss After Spinal Cord Injury

People with spinal cord injury may lose up to 41 percent of their bone mass in the first year. A new study by the College of Arts and Sciences’ Hesham Tawfeek, MBBCh, seeks to repair this damage.

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Uncovering the Body’s Fat-Burning Strategy—It’s Math-Driven!

A new study by an NYITCOM-Arkansas researcher finds that the body calculates which fat to burn, choosing those that produce the most usable energy while consuming the least oxygen.

Red sneakers

When Rehab Meets Robotics

A study co-authored by John P. Handrakis, D.P.T., Ed.D., and graduates of the physical therapy program finds that a wearable robotic device could help stroke survivors get back on their feet.

Media Coverage

Smithsonian Magazine

Fossil Expert Interviewed

Researcher explains how limited fossil evidence can hinder understanding of animal origin stories.

City & State

President Balentine Recognized by City & State

President Jerry Balentine, D.O., is featured in a list of 50 distinguished New Yorkers over the age of 50.

VeryWell

Choosing a Healthy Yogurt

Nutrition expert advises consumers to seek options with minimal ingredients, low added sugar, and higher protein.

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Fall 2025/Winter 2026

A Bold Prescription for Higher Education

New York Tech’s fifth president Jerry Balentine’s vision for the university focuses on innovation, opportunity, and belonging.

Expert Insights

Physician Responds to CDC Vaccine Schedule Changes

Family medicine physician Shane Speights, D.O., site dean for NYITCOM-Arkansas, weighs in on the new recommendations.

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Winter Weather Safety 101

Shane Speights, D.O., site dean at NYITCOM-Arkansas, shares tips to stay warm, dry, and safe during the cold months.

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Brands Must Balance AI and Authenticity

As consumer behavior expert Colleen Kirk, D.P.S., explains, in 2026, marketers leveraging AI must remember to prioritize genuine connections and transparency.

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What to Know About This Year’s Flu

As health officials brace for another active flu season, NYITCOM-Arkansas infectious disease physician Carl Abraham, M.D., shares what to expect and how to stay well.

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The Cassowary’s Impact on the Rainforest

NYITCOM-Arkansas Assistant Professor Todd Green, Ph.D., sheds light on a bird species that plays an impactful role in rainforest conservation.

Portrait of Cameka Hazel

Identifying Signs of Bullying

As back-to-school season approaches, Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling Cameka Hazel, Ed.D., shares tips for parents to identify signs of a bully.

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