New humanities podcast explores personal connections between life and scholarship
February 8, 2021
"Connections" was conceived as a way to explore a topic that’s long been fundamental to humanistic fields of study.
Nanotechnology is crucial to US energy independence, says Baker Institute expert
February 8, 2021
Nanotechnology can deliver solutions to U.S. economic, energy and geopolitical challenges while also helping the world meet climate targets and sustainability goals, according to a new report from Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy.
US must do its fair share for refugees, says Baker Institute expert
February 3, 2021
Increasing the number of refugees resettled to the U.S. is critical for the well-being of refugees across the globe, according to an expert from Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
February 3, 2021
"Screenspace" at Anderson Hall mimics the Turrell Skyspace, but with a more ominous message.
Rice presents new mission for former Marine
February 1, 2021
Transfer student Thomas Avalos — and family — receive a warm Rice welcome.
Baker Institute paper: US must mandate uniform reporting of data during deadly pandemics
February 1, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has received limited data on the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. despite providing detailed case report forms, according to a new research paper from Rice's Baker Institute for Public Policy.
New psychological sciences degree will help graduates improve workplaces
February 1, 2021
HOUSTON – (Feb. 1, 2021) – With the average adult spending about half of their waking hours at work, employees and companies alike are recognizing the importance of investing in more productive, diverse and satisfying workplaces.
Failed storage tanks pose atmospheric risks during disasters
February 1, 2021
Rice engineers model hypothetical threats from toxins released when aboveground storage tanks fail during a storm.
Tune in to Datathon next weekend
February 1, 2021
The public is invited to look in upon Rice University’s third annual Datathon, sponsored by the Rice Data Science Club and the Data to Knowledge Lab.
Rice Public Art app designed by students available now
February 1, 2021
Take a self-guided tour of campus art with the newest Rice Apps creation.
‘Access ain’t inclusion’: Anthony Jack talks privilege in President’s Lecture
February 1, 2021
President's lecture series featuring Anthony Jack
Research could dramatically lower cost of electron sources
February 1, 2021
Rice University engineers have discovered technology that could slash the cost of semiconductor electron sources, key components in devices ranging from night-vision goggles and low-light cameras to electron microscopes and particle accelerators.
Baker Institute and its Center for Energy Studies at top of global think tank rankings
January 31, 2021
Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy has risen to the No. 1 ranking among the best university-affiliated think tanks in the world, up from No. 2 the previous year, according to the 2020 Global Go To Think Tank Index Report published today. Its Center for Energy Studies maintained its standing as the top energy and resource policy think tank and was recognized as a Center of Excellence for being ranked No. 1 for three consecutive years.
$4M Huffington Foundation gift endows Baker Institute fellow in child health policy
January 28, 2021
Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy has received a $4 million gift from the Huffington Foundation to endow a fellow in child health policy and advance the research of the institute’s Child Health Policy Program.
Historian Brinkley to discuss future of American presidency in wake of insurrection
January 28, 2021
Free Feb. 3 town hall to take place via Zoom