OpenStax, a leading provider of high-quality open educational resources and interactive learning technologies housed at Rice, announces the completion...
Held March 20-23, the conference featured speakers from 10 countries and drew more than 570 attendees. ...
A pair of fifth inning home runs slammed the door on hopes of a rally by Sam Houston to lead Rice to a 9-1 win on Tuesday night and a sweep of the ann...
Houston-area residents voice clear preferences on key state issues in new Kinder Institute survey....
Rice University has launched the Institute of Health Resilience and Innovation....
During a recent visit to Rice, Rep. Jake Ellzey (R-Texas), praised the institution’s leading-edge research and contributions to national defense. ...
The event was an open-to-all free celebration packed with musical performances, interactive activities and hands-on fun for visitors of all ages....
Roselyn Ovalle, a senior at Rice majoring in political science and minoring in poverty, justice and human capabilities, has been named a Thomas J. Wat...
For students in Introductory Lab in Ecology and Evolution, the classroom stretches far beyond campus walls into the heart of one of Texas’ most ecolog...
Rice recently hosted inThread’s second annual fashion show, celebrating the group’s mission of practicing sustainable design and showcasing emerging l...
The Rice Board of Trustees recently recognized two groups from Human Resources for outstanding performance: the talent acquisition and human resource ...
Pranai Reddy, a senior studying business management, biochemistry and entrepreneurship, has spent his time at Rice University figuring out how to impr...
De Lange preconference launch event features film screening, panel discussion
January 29, 2024
A launch event for Rice University’s biennial 2024 De Lange Conference featured a film screening and panel discussion at the Asia Society Texas Center Jan. 24.
Rice scientists pull off quantum coup
January 29, 2024
Rice scientists have discovered a first-of-its-kind material, a 3D crystalline metal in which quantum correlations and the geometry of the crystal structure combine to frustrate the movement of electrons and lock them in place.
January 26, 2024
Jack Turner ’25 spent the fall semester interning with the 2024 College Football Playoff Host Committee. One of his final responsibilities was working the National Championship game Jan 8 at NRG Stadium where Michigan defeated Washington 34-13.
Rice Social Sciences to kick off spring 2024 with research relay focusing on global work
January 26, 2024
The School of Social Sciences will host an impressive lineup of research events this semester, opening with a Research Relay on February 12 that will highlight global research in social sciences.
Rice Master of Global Affairs program to host 2024 NASPAA Student Simulation Competition
January 26, 2024
Rice’s School of Social Sciences Master of Global Affairs Program will host the 2024 Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration Simulation Competition on campus in Kraft Hall March 2. In addition to Texas, this year’s competition will connect students from around the world at a virtual site and 11 other host sites, including Bangladesh, Egypt, Brazil, Hungary and several locations in the United States.
January 26, 2024
Drawing upon scholarship on the history of psychology, eastern monasticism, gender and hagiography, a new book from Denva Gallant, assistant professor of art history at Rice University, explores a deeper understanding of the intersection of visual culture and spirituality in medieval Italy.
Rice study shows coal-based product could replace sand in concrete
January 26, 2024
A new study by Rice researchers found that graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, through flash Joule heating could serve not only as a reinforcing additive in cement but also as a replacement for sand in concrete.
Ruth Simmons joins Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation board
January 25, 2024
Rice University’s Ruth Simmons, a President’s Distinguished Fellow, has accepted an invitation to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Rice Biotech Launch Pad startup Motif Neurotech closes Series A financing of $18.75 million
January 24, 2024
Rice University today announced that Motif Neurotech, a neurotechnology developing minimally invasive bioelectronics for mental health formed through the Rice Biotech Launch Pad, closed an oversubscribed Series A financing round of $18.75 million.
Rice international students take young adults with special needs on GREAT tour of Japan
January 24, 2024
Rice University’s international students, hailing from diverse corners of the globe, recently took on the role of guides and teachers, bringing a taste of Japan to a special group of Houstonians within the walls of Herring Hall.