Partnership to develop free education resources for nursing students
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) and Rice University's OpenStax are building on their existing partnership to address staffing shortages in the nursing profession and reduce financial barriers for nursing students. In collaboration with postsecondary institutions in Texas and stakeholders nationwide, OpenStax will launch a comprehensive free online curriculum for nursing education in spring 2024.
For working professionals who want to pursue a Master of Business Administration degree with a flexible schedule, the new Hybrid MBA program at Rice University’s Jones Graduate School of Business opens this summer.
3 out of 4 parents say social media is a major distraction for students, according to new study
The vast majority of parents believe social media is a major distraction for students, according to a new nationwide study.
Energy transition requires new investments in ‘Minerals Heartland’
The transition from legacy energy sources to sustainable sources will require an enormous amount of resources in the form of energy, minerals, metals and other materials — as well as new supply chains, infrastructure, human talent and financial commitments, according to a new report from an expert at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
US must disconnect strategic supply chains from China, say Baker Institute experts
China’s dominance over the supply of rare-earth minerals and materials — which are critical for energy transition and defense technologies — should spur U.S. policymakers to bolster raw materials supply chains, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
Doerr’s spring Catalyst program designed to help students become better leaders
Looking to build leadership skills in the new year? The Doerr Institute for New Leaders’ Catalyst program is now open for applications from Rice students.
Texas power grid debate should focus on reliability and economics, says Baker Institute expert
Building new ties between the Texas electrical grid and the major grids in North America should be explored with strict regard to economics and reliability — leaving politics aside — according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
EU natural gas market to remain ‘precarious’ through next winter, says Baker Institute report
Europe is facing high natural gas prices and high uncertainty due to the substantial reduction in Russian imports, and this winter is only the beginning, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
Debt-ceiling decision could complicate foreign policy, Baker Institute diplomacy expert argues
Joe Barnes, the Bonner Means Baker Fellow, argues in a new issue brief that a Republican-led House could complicate President Biden’s ability to achieve his goals regarding China and the Russia-Ukraine war.
Rice, Baker Institute sign MOU with US Army
Representatives from the U.S. Army joined David Satterfield, director of Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, on Nov. 28 to sign a memorandum of understanding for the institute to provide expertise to support the Army Civil Affairs Psychological Operations Command.
Baker Institute event: COVID-19’s impact on Muslim world
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on religiosity and practices in the Muslim world will be discussed in a Nov. 29 event at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
Rice Business launches new organizational behavior Ph.D. program
Rice Business will offer a Ph.D. with a concentration in organizational behavior starting next fall. The deadline to apply is Jan. 13, 2023.
Expert available to discuss Twitter’s leadership
An expert in leadership and organizational change is available to speak on Twitter employees’ exodus.
Rice U. technology startup Syzygy Plasmonics raises $76 million in latest funding round
Syzygy Plasmonics, a Houston-based startup fueled by technology developed at Rice University, has announced $76 million in Series C financing led by Carbon Direct Capital — one of the largest rounds of funding for a venture spun out of a Rice lab.
Drought in China could devastate global supply chains, energy transition efforts, experts warn
Following a record-breaking drought over the summer, China is on the brink of a water catastrophe that could have devastating consequences for global food security, energy markets and supply chains, according to a report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
