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November 13, 2024
EcoStudio in Rice’s Sustainability Institute and the Rice Office of STEM Engagement have received a nearly $500,000 grant from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine to expand the Center for Environmental Studies’ successful environmental justice education summer program for Houston high school students.
Researchers develop minimally invasive neural interface in revolutionary study
November 13, 2024
Researchers including Jacob Robinson have developed a technique for diagnosing, managing treating neurological disorders with minimal surgical risks.
Rice smothers ULM to capture 66-50 victory
November 13, 2024
The Rice men’s basketball team used a strong defensive performance to defeat the University of Louisiana-Monroe 66-50 at Tudor Fieldhouse Nov. 12.
‘Game changer’ in lithium extraction: Researchers develop novel electrochemical reactor
November 13, 2024
Researchers at Rice have developed an innovative electrochemical reactor to extract lithium from natural brine solutions, offering a promising approach to address the growing demand for lithium used in rechargeable batteries.
Rice’s Ken Kennedy Institute names David Pynadath new executive director for research initiatives
November 13, 2024
The Ken Kennedy Institute at Rice University has named David Pynadath as its new executive director for research initiatives.
School of Architecture launches Exhibitions at Rice with ‘The Sixth Sphere' at Cannady Hall
November 13, 2024
The inaugural exhibition at the Rice School of Architecture’s new William T. Cannady Hall explores how architecture and design can participate in a more sustainable world.
‘Legacy of service’: Rice honors veterans at 21st annual ceremony
November 12, 2024
Faculty, staff and students gathered at Rice’s Memorial Chapel Nov. 11 to honor members of the university community who have served in the military. The gathering marked Rice’s 21st anniversary for the annual Veterans Day Ceremony, featuring performances, guest speakers and recognition for service.
From Aldine to academia: Rice’s Civic Humanist program inspires Houston-area students
November 12, 2024
As soon as the class heard one answer, hands shot up with more questions for Rice University faculty Fay Yarbrough and Luziris Pineda Turi as well as junior Jessaly Chavez.
Owls to clash with Cougars at Tudor Fieldhouse Nov. 14
November 12, 2024
The Rice women’s basketball team will look to clinch its third straight home victory as the Owls face off with the crosstown rival Houston Cougars at Tudor Fieldhouse Nov. 14.
Rice Energy Finance Summit Nov. 15 to explore energy transition, security
November 12, 2024
The 16th annual Rice Energy Finance Summit takes place Nov. 15 at Rice’s Jones Graduate School of Business and will explore the complexity of the energy value chain, the funding for the energy transition, the maintenance of energy security and emerging ideas in the global energy ecosystem.