Dateline Rice for Oct. 12, 2016

Correction: Jim Coleman, a former vice provost for research at Rice, was misidentified in yesterday’s Dateline. We apologize for the error.
Arkansas Online
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FEATURED ITEMS

The forgotten source of lead that’s still spewing into our air
Provost Marie Lynn Miranda is quoted about a study she published in 2011 that found higher levels of lead in the blood of children who lived near an airport where planes use leaded avgas.
Think Progress
http://bit.ly/2d7hKJi

Houston has long enjoyed a wealth of philanthropists
An article about Houston philanthropists and their gifts to the city mentions Rice’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research, the Jones Graduate School of Business and Jones College. The article includes a photo of Rice President David Leebron and Ambassador Edward Djerejian, director of Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, with philanthropist Rich Kinder.
Houston Chronicle (This article appeared in the Oct. 12 print edition.)
http://bit.ly/2e1Q9pK

Could hammocks replace Adirondack chairs?
The Hangout, an installation created by Rice students, will be dedicated Oct. 13 in the grove on the south side of the university’s Fondren Library.
Inside Higher Ed
http://bit.ly/2efXGp2

NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL

NSF awards $12M for radio spectrum research
Rice wireless researchers are taking a page from radio inventor Guglielmo Marconi to create the first laser-free, wireless system capable of delivering 1 terabit of data per second. Aydin Babakhani, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, and Edward Knightly, department chair and and professor of electrical and computer engineering and professor computer science, are quoted.
National Science Foundation
http://bit.ly/2d7uWhd
Marconi inspires pursuit of 1 terabit data transfer
The Engineer (This also appeared in Nanotechnology Now.)
http://bit.ly/2dw0J7A
KUT
http://bit.ly/2e7xo3h (Click on the audio button to listen to the broadcast.)

Texas GOP frightened by Trump’s scandals. Dems could sweep Harris Co.
Mark Jones, the Joseph D. Jamail Chair in Latin American Studies, professor of political science, fellow in political science at Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy and fellow at Rice’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research, is quoted about the 2016 elections.
Daily KOS
http://bit.ly/2dJfAyt
Dallas GOP donors are among top givers to Trump effort as he visits for more fundraising
Dallas Morning News
http://bit.ly/2dX9z1z
Rep. Michael McCaul laying groundwork for higher office, even if he doesn’t know which one yet
Dallas Morning News
http://bit.ly/2efQp8I
Light on contrite, but Donald Trump’s up off the mat with plenty of fight
Austin American-Statesman
http://atxne.ws/2eryYkH
Not all Texas GOP ready to use nuclear option when it comes to Trump support
KERA News
http://bit.ly/2e99Yf8
Overview of the Harris County Sheriff race
Off the Kuff
http://bit.ly/2eryXxr
Trump says it’s ‘hard to do well’ with ‘0’ support from Ryan
My Health Bowl
http://bit.ly/2efQbOR

When genetic autopsies go awry
Quianta Moore, scholar in health policy at Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, is quoted.
The Atlantic
http://theatln.tc/2dciwzT

The 1st space nation is revealed: ‘Asgardia’ will defend the Earth against deadly attacks from asteroids — and now you can sign up to be a citizen
David Alexander, director of the Rice Space Institute and professor of physics and astronomy, is quoted.
Daily Mail
http://dailym.ai/2d7hIRv
Scientists propose space nation named ‘Asgardia’ and cosmic shield to protect Earth from asteroids
The Telegraph
http://bit.ly/2dcifwG
New ‘space nation’ revealed today: 1st plans for humans to live in orbit
Daily Star
http://bit.ly/2erETGB

Star Trek-style device could help spot ‘rogue’ genetically modified organisms in the environment
Rice scientists are leading an effort to detect genetically modified organisms in the environment. With federal support, researchers led by Scott Egan, assistant professor of ecology and evolutionary biology, are building tools to detect, quantify and track the dispersal of genetically engineered crops and animals and their byproducts. Egan is quoted.
Daily Mail
http://dailym.ai/2dM3KGo
New device could detect GMOs that have escaped into environment
Epoch Times
http://bit.ly/2e9gsLa

Hillary Clinton claim that US is energy-independent goes too far
Ken Medlock, the James A. Baker III and Susan Baker Fellow in Energy and Resource Economics and senior director of the Center for Energy Studies at Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy and lecturer of economics, is quoted about U.S. energy policy.
Politifact
http://bit.ly/2dRqsJU

5 ways to help your kid with the new SAT — without driving both of you crazy
A slideshow mentions that Rice is ranked No. 4 nationally and the best college in Texas by Money magazine.
Money
http://ti.me/2dKJxNu

JNU hypocrisy: No room for courses on Hinduism at premier university
An article mentions that Rice has a professor who studies Hinduism.
First Post (This also appeared in MSN News India.)
http://bit.ly/2dWtufm

HOUSTON/TEXAS

Happening in Houston
A magazine features photos from the Association of Rice University Black Alumni’s Blueprint for Excellence Gala. Mentioned are Rice President David Leebron; Akilah Mance ’05; Alex Byrd ’90, associate professor of history; Andrea Ehlers ’88; Joseph Branch ’04, lecturer in sport management; Janis Scott ’74; Rodrigo Barnes ’73; and Roland Smith, associate vice provost for diversity and inclusion and adjunct professor of education and sociology; Jan West ’73, assistant director of multicultural community relations in the Office of Public Affairs; Donald Bowers ’90; Angela Berry Roberson ’90; Monique Shankle ’86; Teddy Adams Jr. ’91; Teveia Rose Barnes ’75; Jeff Rose ’77; Vice President for Administration Kevin Kirby; Provost Marie Lynn Miranda; Vice President for Public Affairs Linda Thrane; Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations Darrow Zeidenstein; Baker College junior Blessing Falade; Hanszen College sophomore Kathryn Hoo; Anthony Wills ’89 and Dana Hogan ’95.
Defender Network
http://bit.ly/2dXdhbT

Houston school board in quandary over renaming campus after large donor
Rice’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research is cited as one of the projects funded by the Kinder Foundation.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This article appeared on the front page of the Oct. 12 print edition with a different headline, “Naming-rights deal sets off HISD flap.”)
http://bit.ly/2dKFEbx

Bus bumper stickers warn against idling
Rice is mentioned.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required.)
http://bit.ly/2d7do4G
http://bit.ly/2e5vkya
Air Alliance Houston, HISD add ‘engine off’ bumper stickers
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This also appeared in My San Antonio.)
http://bit.ly/2dX8dnS
http://bit.ly/2d7ffXl

LSU’s Mike the Tiger dies after cancer battle
A slideshow mentions that Rice’s mascot is Sammy the Owl.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This also appeared in My San Antonio.)
http://bit.ly/2dW2A7d
http://bit.ly/2e7a1qB

Texas universities among the best, worst in the nation for sexual health
Rice is No. 86 on the 2016 Trojan Sexual Health Report Card.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This also appeared in My San Antonio.)
http://bit.ly/2dcclM5
http://bit.ly/2e19IhG

Texas A&M student leaders to be disciplined over ‘disgusting’ remarks about women
A slideshow features crime statistics that Texas universities, including Rice, reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This also appeared in My San Antonio.)
http://bit.ly/2d7d5XI
http://bit.ly/2dX9YBd

Specht to speak at Lone Star College Writers in Performance Series
Alumna Mary Helen Specht ‘01 is featured.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This also appeared in My San Antonio.)
http://bit.ly/2dknzSf
http://bit.ly/2e5u9ib

Board discusses Westlake AP exams, top 10-percent standard
Rice is mentioned.
Austin American-Statesman
http://atxne.ws/2erFOa0

Inaugural award pays tribute to Austin-based immigrants
Alumna Elizabeth Avellán ‘92 is mentioned.
Austin American-Statesman
http://atxne.ws/2d7hzgU

Researcher: Houston’s next hurricane could be ‘devastating’
Jim Blackburn, professor in the practice of environmental law and co-director of the Rice’s Severe Storm Prediction, Education and Evacuation from Disasters Center, is quoted about hurricane preparedness.
KHOU
http://bit.ly/2e1gqnS

21 best things to do in Houston this week
Jonathan Schipper ‘s exhibit “Cubicle” is open at Rice Gallery through Dec. 4. Alumnus John Pipkin ’97 is also mentioned.
Houston Press
http://bit.ly/2efKnoJ
Don’t miss these 5 readings at Brazos Bookstore
Houstonia
http://bit.ly/2dkGZpR

BROADCAST

KTRH
Patricia Reiff, professor of physics and astronomy, is quoted about space exploration.
http://bit.ly/2dkE80n (Click on the audio button to listen to the broadcast.)

KLBJ
A broadcast mentions that Rice researchers are helping develop “STAR-Vote,” a new electronic voting system.
http://bit.ly/2eg4y5J (Click on the audio button to listen to the broadcast.)

KRGV
A student mentions that he hopes to attend Rice.
http://bit.ly/2dcwem4

Creating economic opportunities for thousands of unemployed Houston youth
Interventions that target the educational development of the approximately 110,000 unemployed young adults between the ages 16 and 24 in Greater Houston could help them become more successful and prosperous, according to a new report from Rice’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research and JPMorgan Chase & Co. Bill Fulton, director of the Kinder Institute, discusses the report.
Houston Public Media’s “Houston Matters”
http://bit.ly/2efYMRR

TRADE/PROFESSIONAL

Could determined hackers change the outcome of the election?
Dan Wallach, professor of computer science and of electrical and computer engineering, is quoted.
Design News
http://ubm.io/2dW9YPO

In the marketplace: New STEM courses and online resources
Rice is mentioned.
eCampus News
http://bit.ly/2dW8Iwm

Moonshot initiative beneficial to mesothelioma patients
President John F. Kennedy’s famous “Moon Speech” delivered at Rice Sept. 12, 1962, is discussed.
Mesothelioma Help
http://bit.ly/2dKMGNi
Can we get humans to Mars by 2030?
9News/KUSA
http://on9news.tv/2e9eNoI

Rice University lab uses electron beam to convert nanorods into multistate switches
Rice scientists have discovered how to subtly change the interior structure of semi-hollow nanorods in a way that alters how they interact with light; because the changes are reversible, the method could form the basis of a nanoscale switch with enormous potential. Emilie Ringe, assistant professor of materials science and nanoengineering and of chemistry, is quoted and research scientist Sadegh Yazdi is mentioned.
AZO Nano
http://bit.ly/2dRzdUn

Rice’s Asian studies receives federal boost
Rice’s Chao Center for Asian Studies recently received a grant from the U.S. Department of Education to enhance its Asian studies curriculum and expand student opportunities through internship programs in Houston and Asia.
Scienmag
http://bit.ly/2e1lIju

UTA bioengineer earns inaugural Embracing Challenge Award from Materials Today magazine
Alumna Kytai Nguyen ‘00 is featured.
Scienmag
http://bit.ly/2e7psiG

SWRM 2016
Seiichi Matsuda, dean of graduate and postdoctoral studies, is a program chair of the American Chemical Society’s Greater Houston Section’s 72nd Southwest Regional Meeting.
C&EN
http://bit.ly/2efVBtc

KPMG International appoints Mayor head of energy and natural resources
Regina Mayor, former adjunct professor in management, is featured.
ABF Journal
http://bit.ly/2dXqd1p

OTHER NEWS OF INTEREST

Lebanon ophthalmology practice expands
Alumnus C. Jason Ou ’05 is featured.
Lebanon Daily News
http://bit.ly/2dRs0Ur

Lots of mail, lots of decisions and ready for an answer
Rice is mentioned.
Winston-Salem Journal
http://bit.ly/2e1gzrG

Making ‘magic’ through music
Rice’s former graduate quartet-in-residence, the Jasper String Quartet, is mentioned.
Montgomery Advertiser
http://on.mgmadv.com/2e1gfZR

Avondale church elects lesbian pastor with a message of inclusion
Alumna Jennifer Sanders ‘91 is featured.
AL.com
http://bit.ly/2dWaLjR

Why so many mattress stores around here? Think profits
Utpal Dholakia, the George R. Brown Professor of Marketing at Rice’s Jones Graduate School of Business and a marketing and consumer behavior expert, is quoted about the “mattress-store bubble.”
Daily Journal
http://bit.ly/2dLTs9m

Judge extends Florida voter registration deadline
Bob Stein, the Lena Gohlman Fox Professor of Political Science, is quoted about the effects of Superstorm Sandy on the 2012 elections.
PersPectivabetica
http://bit.ly/2dL3ZOp

As the number of freestanding ERs grows, so does scrutiny
Vivian Ho, the James A. Baker III Institute Chair in Health Economics at the Baker Institute and professor of economics, is quoted in an article about freestanding ER centers.
Malta Independent
http://bit.ly/2e7paIm

SPORTS

Leading Rice rusher Darik Dillard questionable for Saturday’s game
Rice football will play UTSA Oct. 15. Head coach David Bailiff and players Darik Dillard, Sam Stewart and Jowan Davis are mentioned.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This also appeared in My San Antonio.)
http://bit.ly/2e19ZkV
Roadrunners should be healthy for Saturday’s game at Rice
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required. This also appeared in My San Antonio.)
http://bit.ly/2efEWps
College football bottom 25 rankings: Impressive falls for Rutgers and Marshall
CBS Sports
http://cbsprt.co/2erMuVM
College football gambling: Bama and Ohio State blowout W’s and 27 more week 7 bets
SB Nation
http://bit.ly/2dRDTcQ

Volleyball: Oak Ridge sweeps TWHS, 1 step closer to district title
Rice commits are mentioned.
Houston Chronicle (Subscription required.)
http://bit.ly/2e9ap9v
http://bit.ly/2e7bU6Q
Mid-distance freestyler Lindsay Mathys commits to Rice University
Swim Swam
http://bit.ly/2dWdFVI
Rice recruit not discouraged by Owls’ struggles
Underdog Dynasty/SB Nation
http://bit.ly/2dky9Zm

Tennis duo gain experience on national stage in California
Rice tennis is mentioned.
North Texas Daily
http://bit.ly/2dw1FZA

5 questions with the enemy: ‘The bottom line is the Bears are still rebuilding’
Former Rice football player Bryce Callahan is mentioned.
Big Cat Country/SB Nation
http://bit.ly/2dWgvdn

UTEP soccer takes step back after 2-loss weekend
Rice soccer is mentioned.
The Prospector
http://bit.ly/2erLSiH
Alaniz tabbed C-USA Defensive Player of the Week on Monday
UTSA Athletics
http://bit.ly/2dM0gUu

15 least-appreciated players in college basketball
Rice men’s basketball is discussed. Head coach Mike Rhoades and brown College sophomore Marcus Evans are mentioned.
USports
http://bit.ly/2efQklB
Rice hoops scouting report
Campus insiders
http://bit.ly/2e1mk8G
Charlotte 49ers basketball release details of TV package
The Best College Sports News Network
http://bit.ly/2dcpd54

Casey, Kats notch wins at SMU Invitational
The Rice Invitational is mentioned.
The Houstonian
http://bit.ly/2efQ5qj

Lions unveil rugged 2017 schedule
Rice baseball is mentioned.
Southeastern Athletics
http://bit.ly/2dKSA0L

Tuck’s top 4 CFB playoff poll week 6
Rice football is mentioned.
Sports Talk Florida
http://bit.ly/2dKRZwk

Aggies killed the Big 12 as their parting gift
An article mentions that Rice is one of the universities making a pitch to Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby to join the conference.
San Antonio Express-News
http://bit.ly/2dkA6F8
Bigger and better: Athletic funding part 2
The Collegian
http://bit.ly/2efQp8I

Tech Hall of Famer Carl Ince dies at age 83
An article mentions that Carl Ince attended Rice.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal (This also appeared in Red Raiders.)
http://bit.ly/2e5IZFw

Zupan earns MVC swimmer and scholar-athlete of the week honors
Rice swimming is mentioned.
Swim Swam
http://bit.ly/2e1pklp

NEWS RELEASES

Political reform in China is topic at Rice’s Baker Institute Oct. 17
A panel of experts will discuss what lies ahead for China’s economy and political reforms at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy Oct. 17.
http://bit.ly/2dKYjUz

Food fight! Eating may trigger bacterial therapy
In the future, eating well may be the best revenge on gastrointestinal ailments, according to scientists at Rice University. The Rice lab led by synthetic biologist Matthew Bennett has received a major National Institutes of Health grant to develop a library of programmed “plug-and-play” bacteria that live in the gut and respond to molecular triggers delivered through food to fight disease.
http://bit.ly/2dcvCwS

Marconi inspires Rice University design for 1-terabit wireless
Rice University wireless researchers are taking a page from radio inventor Guglielmo Marconi to create the first laser-free, wireless system capable of delivering 1 terabit of data per second.
http://bit.ly/2dXtfCF