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Thomas Killian reappointed dean of Wiess School of Natural Sciences

Thomas Killian has been reappointed dean of Wiess School of Natural Sciences.

Rice’s DesRoches, Nakhleh, Marti elected as AAAS fellows

Rice President Reginald DesRoches and faculty members Luay Nakhleh and Angel Martí have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Scientists gain insight into RNA-editing protein that could lead to improved treatment for cancer, autoimmune diseases

A research team led by Rice's Yang Gao has uncovered new insights into the molecular mechanisms of ADAR1.

Rice establishes Center for Membrane Excellence to advance separation technologies for energy and sustainability

Rice has established the Rice Center for Membrane Excellence , dedicated to developing advanced membrane materials and separation technologies.

Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore set to return to Earth

Rice experts are available to discuss NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's return to Earth.

Rice’s Killian calls for sustained research funding: ‘A strong nation must be a leader in science’

Rice’s Thomas Killian, dean of the Wiess School of Natural Sciences, calls for sustained research funding.

Angel Martí honored with Robert Holland Jr. Award

Rice chemist Angel Martí has been named a recipient of the Research Corporation for Science Advancement’s Robert Holland Jr. Award.

Rice’s Gustavsson receives NSF CAREER Award to investigate dynamics of gene regulation

Rice’s Gustavsson has been awarded a National Science Foundation CAREER Award to advance her research on gene regulation dynamics.

Texas-France space hub aims to innovate space commerce and research

The Texas-France Space Hub aims to unite academic institutions and private enterprises, expanding commercial space presence in both countries.

Rice researchers unravel menopause timing, shedding light on ovarian aging and fertility

Led by Rice's Anatoly Kolomeisky, researchers have developed a theoretical framework that quantitatively predicts menopause timing.

Rice scientists create tiny, water-based reactors for green chemistry

Researchers at Rice have developed a new method for performing chemical reactions using water instead of toxic solvents.

Discovery of unexpected collagen structure could ‘reshape biomedical research’

A new study reveals an unexpected confirmation in collagen structure that could reshape biomedical research.

Rice alumna Whitson to lead historic Axiom 4 mission to International Space Station

Peggy Whitson ’86, a Rice alumna and former NASA chief astronaut, is preparing to lead the Axiom 4 mission.

‘Pushing the boundaries of radiation treatment’: Breakthrough in pancreatic cancer therapy advances to clinical trials

A novel approach developed by scientists, including Rice chemist James Tour, could transform treatment for pancreatic cancer.

Rise of DeepSeek: Experts weigh in on the disruptive impact of new Chinese open-source AI model

Rice AI experts are available to discuss DeepSeek and weigh in on what it means for the future of AI.