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Rice Innovation awards third cycle of One Small Step Grants

Rice Innovation announced its most recent awardee of the One Small Step Grant, marking a significant milestone in accelerating the transition from lab to market for these Rice-developed technologies. Launched in September 2023, the One Small Step Grant program aims to support lab-stage projects across the Rice campus, providing crucial capital for projects to spin out of the university and successfully attract investment from angel investors and venture capital.

As next hurricane season nears, Rice study explores impacts of 2024’s storms

When major storms hit Houston last spring and summer, losing power was a nightmare for residents, but for many, the financial fallout was just as devastating.

‘Testament to the power of education’: Ruth Simmons honored as Officer of the French National Order of the Legion of Honor

Ruth Simmons, the President’s Distinguished Fellow at Rice and a pioneering leader in higher education, was awarded the rank of Officer in the French National Order of the Legion of Honor during a special ceremony March 11.

Rice’s Glasscock School to host Best Boards Conference; Houston Endowment CEO Ann B. Stern is keynote

The Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at Rice's Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies is set to host the 24th annual Best Boards Conference, bringing together nonprofit leaders, board members and community stakeholders to explore governance strategies and impactful leadership.

Research on super-Earths and mini-Neptunes suggests more Earth-like planets may exist

A new study by Rice researchers Sho Shibata and Andre Izidoro presents a compelling new model for the formation of super-Earths and mini-Neptunes — planets that are 1 to 4 times the size of Earth and among the most common in our galaxy.

Veterans Business Battle returns to Rice March 13-14

Rice Business is hosting its 11th annual Veterans Business Battle — a forum for veterans to connect with investors, advisers and resources. Each year, the event gives military veterans an opportunity to pitch business ideas for a chance to raise capital.

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.

Ruth Simmons to be honored with French government’s highest decoration March 11

Ruth Simmons, the President’s Distinguished Fellow at Rice and a trailblazing leader in higher education, will be awarded the rank of Officer in the French National Order of the Legion of Honor, the highest decoration bestowed by the French government.

‘Dream come true’: Rice social sciences student earns national recognition in NFL competition

Rice junior Lucca Ferraz is living a dream as a finalist in the 2025 Big Data Bowl , the NFL’s premier sports analytics competition.

Hidden costs of gig work: Job insecurity and customer ratings impact worker well-being

New research from Rice sheds light on a hidden downside of gig work.

Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Art Spiegelman to headline comics conference at Rice

The four-day event will feature panels, exhibitions and workshops — all free and open to the public.

Rice Biotech Launch Pad and RBL LLC launch Rice Venture Creation Fellowship

The Rice Biotech Launch Pad is launching a Rice Venture Creation Fellowship, a program providing recent doctoral graduates passionate about innovation and startup development with training and resources.

Rice names longtime leader, alumnus John Lawrence chief investment officer

Following a nationwide search, Rice has named alumnus John Lawrence as its new chief investment officer and president of Rice Management Co., effective immediately.

Protecting science, technology policy can unleash American potential, report says

The Science and Technology Action Committee (STAC), a blue ribbon panel of leaders in science policy, launched “Vision for American Science and Technology (VAST),” a brief, nonpartisan document that offers a vision of a future in which American science and technology can continue to serve the country. Neal Lane, senior fellow in science and technology policy at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, is one of 25 members serving on the STAC panel.

Rice to break ground on Moody Center Complex for Student Life

Rice will break ground on the new Moody Center Complex for Student Life later this spring, marking a transformative moment for the university’s commitment to student engagement, development and success.