Rice announces plans to improve diversity, equity and inclusivity on campus, in community
June 16, 2020
President David Leebron and Provost Reginald DesRoches sent a letter to the Rice community June 16.
‘Relaxed’ T cells critical to immune response
June 16, 2020
Rice University researchers model the role of relaxation time as T cells bind to invaders or imposters, and how their ability to differentiate between the two triggers the body’s immune system.
42 student startups to compete for over $1 million in first virtual Rice Business Plan Competition
June 16, 2020
In its 20th year, the Rice Business Plan Competition (RBPC) — the world's largest and richest student startup competition — is going virtual. Register to watch at rbpc.rice.edu/agenda.
Ana María Martínez to join Rice Shepherd School as professor of voice
June 15, 2020
Grammy Award-winning soprano Ana María Martínez will join Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music beginning July 1, 2021, as a professor in the Department of Voice.
June 15, 2020
From large-scale installations to an intimate concert series, new works respond to a critical time in history.
Inaugural lecture series at Rice will commemorate, contemplate Juneteenth
June 15, 2020
A new annual lecture series from Rice will remember June 19 through discussions on the legacy of slavery and race in America.
Healing power of music: Rice Philharmonics' album to benefit fight for justice
June 15, 2020
The Rice Philharmonics, also known to their fans as The Phils, are hoping their new album, "Phílos," will help spread the healing power of music.
People, papers and presentations Jun 15, 2020
June 15, 2020
Excitons form superfluid in certain 2D combos
June 15, 2020
Mixing and matching computational models of 2D materials led scientists at Rice University to the realization that excitons can be manipulated in new and useful ways.
Stress-management strategies can boost health care teams during pandemic
June 12, 2020
Celebrating successes, admitting mistakes and encouraging honest communication can improve teamwork during the COVID-19 pandemic.
'RUnconventional Graduation': Newly minted Rice Ph.D.s celebrate with 31 miles in 24 hours
June 12, 2020
That’s five miles for each year, plus a final mile to reach Valhalla.
Rice's Trei Cruz a third-round pick in MLB draft
June 12, 2020
Higgs addresses RCEL students; Engineering shares anti-racism resources
June 11, 2020
Find reading lists and toolkits for allies, information on self-care and ways to get involved in social justice initiatives.