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Rice and ExxonMobil collaborate to advance global sustainable energy research

Rice and ExxonMobil have entered into a master research agreement to collaborate on research initiatives focused on sustainable energy solutions.

Rice public health expert says uptick in US measles cases arising due to multiple factors

Amid an uptick in measles cases in the U.S., Rice University public health expert Kirstin Matthews is available to discuss recent cases.

Scientists observe exotic quantum phase once thought impossible

A team of Rice researchers reported the first direct observation of a surprising quantum phenomenon predicted over half a century ago known as a superradiant phase transition, which occurs when two groups of quantum particles begin to fluctuate in a coordinated, collective way without any external trigger, forming a new state of matter.

Senior Spotlight: Sophianne Loh ’25

Sophianne Loh, a bioengineering major from Chicago, found her home at Rice in the strong sense of community and top-tier research opportunities.

Rice experts weigh in on economic and political implications of new tariffs

As the new administration’s latest round of tariffs take effect, Rice experts are available to discuss the economic and political implications.

Rice Biotech Launch Pad welcomes David Allison to external advisory board

The Rice Biotech Launch Pad, a Houston-based accelerator focused on expediting the translation of Rice University’s health and medical technology discoveries into cures, today announced the addition of David Allison to its external advisory board.

Rice graduate programs excel in US News rankings

Rice continues to stand out for its academic excellence with several graduate programs earning high marks in the latest edition of U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Graduate Schools” rankings.

New Rice center focuses on innovation in data, computing and advanced research methods to address societal inequality

A new center at Rice will bring together the insights of the social sciences and the power of computational methods to understand and address inequality in today’s society.

Cancer-fighting implant shows promise in treating melanoma, pancreatic and colorectal tumors

A team of researchers from the Rice Biotech Launch Pad has developed an implantable “cytokine factory” that safely triggers potent immune responses against hard-to-treat cancers, including metastatic melanoma, pancreatic and colorectal tumors.

42 startups to compete for $1M at Rice Business Plan Competition April 10-12

The annual Rice Business Plan Competition (RBPC), presented by Rice Business, will bring together top graduate student-run startups from around the country to compete for more than $1 million in cash, investments and in-kind prizes April 10-12 in Houston.

A vision for the future: UC Davis’ Gary May inspires at the 50-year anniversary celebration of Brown School of Engineering and Computing

Rice’s George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing celebrated its 50-year anniversary with a recent two-day event that included panels, lab tours and a keynote address fromGary S. May, chancellor of the University of California, Davis.

Rice Engineering and Computing marks 50 years of discovery, design and impact

Rice’s George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing celebrated half a century since its official inception with two days of events that gathered together nearly 400 people, including staff, faculty, students, alumni and friends of the school. Held March 28-29, the celebration included panel discussions as well as lab tours, alumni gatherings and student showcases.

OpenStax announces completed computer science collection

OpenStax, a leading provider of high-quality open educational resources and interactive learning technologies housed at Rice, announces the completion of its computer science digital textbook collection. These resources provide free, up-to-date, relevant and engaging learning content to support students and educators in one of today’s most popular and rapidly evolving fields.

New Rice institute to study lifetime health impacts and develop targeted interventions

Rice University has launched the Institute of Health Resilience and Innovation.

Rice launches AI venture accelerator to fuel industry innovation in collaboration with Google Public Sector

Rice has announced the launch of the Rice AI Venture Accelerator, designed to drive early stage artificial intelligence innovation and commercialization.