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Discovery of unexpected collagen structure could ‘reshape biomedical research’

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

Unlocking the past, shaping the future: The power of a Rice history degree

At Rice, history students engage in original research, collaborate with faculty on high-level scholarship and contribute to ongoing academic debates.

Halas awarded Benjamin Franklin Medal in Chemistry

Rice’s Naomi Halas is the recipient of the 2025 Benjamin Franklin Medal in chemistry, awarded “for the creation and development of nanoshells — metal-coated nanoscale particles that can capture light energy — for use in many biomedical and chemical applications.”

Owls greet Lunar New Year with festive gala

Lunar New Year is often called the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, and it is widely considered the most important holiday in China and Chinese communities around the world, celebrated in China, Vietnam, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and at Rice University. The two-week celebration includes family and friends, feasting and fireworks, parties and parades.

Can plastics be defeated? New installation at the Moody puts science to the test

A new installation at Rice’s Moody Center for the Arts merges biosciences and art in an experiment with an uncertain outcome.

Rice computer science professor receives Secretary of Energy Achievement Award

Rice’s John Mellor-Crummey was honored in January with a Secretary of Energy Achievement Award as a member of the leadership team of the Department of Energy’s seven-year, $1.8 billion Exascale Computing Project.

Rice researchers discover new way to customize living materials for tissue engineering, drug delivery and 3D printing

Rice researchers have revealed novel sequence-structure-property relationships for customizing engineered living materials (ELMs), enabling more precise control over their structure and how they respond to deformation forces like stretching or compression.

Owls rally in support of victims of Los Angeles fires

Owl alums are springing into action to provide assistance for victims of the fires that have ravaged the Los Angeles area.

Brain health initiatives can learn from heart health, Rice Baker Institute expert says

A national commitment to improve the U.S. population’s brain health through research, education and investment can provide economic benefits, according to an expert from Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Baker Institute for Public Policy renames 2 key research centers to strengthen focus on vital policy issues

Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy has renamed two of its key research centers to reflect their evolving missions and strengthen their impact on policy debates.

Rice swimming and diving named CSCAA Scholar All-America Team

Rice swimming and diving was named a Scholar All-America Team by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA).

Shepherd School’s Jon Kimura Parker joins Los Angeles Philharmonic for Gershwin performance

Parker, who was called upon to replace pianist Yuja Wang due to illness, navigated a whirlwind of logistics to make it to the stage in time.

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.

Emilia Morosan on team awarded Kavli Foundation grant for quantum geometry-enabled superconductivity

Rice physicist Emilia Morosan is part of an international research collaboration that has been awarded multimillion-dollar funding from The Kavli Foundation to develop and test next-generation superconductors.

‘Our time to come together’: Rice opens Black History Month with kickoff event

During the month of February, communities across the nation, including Rice, will celebrate Black History Month — a month dedicated to recognizing Black history, culture and societal contribution. This nod to the many different backgrounds that comprise the Owl community was celebrated Jan. 31 at the Rice Memorial Center to kick off the university’s series of events in honor of Black History Month.