Rice researchers have used a magnetically levitated particle to search for ultraheavy dark matter....
Rice junior Ava Cheponis returns from a summer abroad with more than memories, bringing new research experience and a clearer vision for her future....
Rice’s Tam Dao and Kenny Evans have received a federal grant to investigate the scope and frequency of foreign influence in U.S. institutions. ...
After a decade of growth, Chabad at Rice broke ground on the new Grinshtein Chabad Jewish Student Center that will provide an expanded home for Jewish...
Lydia Kavraki and Rebecca Richards-Kortum are the first two faculty members in Rice history to be elected to all three U.S. national academies — the N...
The sunrise and sunset light sequence now showcases a completely renovated lighting system installed under the supervision of Turrell’s studio. ...
Michael King was selected as a founding member of ACAI....
Rice University’s football team will open its 2026 season at home Sept. 5, welcoming Houston Christian University to Rice Stadium for a 6 p.m. kickoff...
Rice’s Jewish community kicked off the new academic year with an evening of sushi, conversation and connection at Chabad at Rice’s annual Sushi Social...
Rice has received an NSF award to develop artificial intelligence-powered cameras....
The third annual energy conference, hosted by the Center for Energy Studies at Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy in partnership with the Univer...
Geoffroy Hautier has joined a team led by UH in the search for next-generation permanent magnets. ...
Houstonʼs audit shows ongoing financial challenges, Baker Institute experts say
A recent audit of Houston’s finances reveals ongoing challenges, with experts warning that without major structural reforms the city could face financial instability that affects essential services.
Supporters of Rice University’s Fondren Library gathered to honor Kathleen and Robert L. Clarke ’63 and to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Friends of Fondren Library at the 43rd annual Friends of Fondren Library Gala.
Rice freshman Blaine Brown led a 15-hit attack as the Owls pulled away from Texas Southern University to take a 12-3 win on Tuesday in Houston.
Energy-efficient power amplifier could speed up wireless networks for 5G and beyond, cut energy use
A team of Rice electrical engineers led by Taiyun Chi developed a new kind of power amplifier that combines cutting-edge design in both circuitry and electromagnetics, delivering unprecedented efficiency even under demanding, high-speed conditions.
Rice’s DesRoches, Nakhleh, Marti elected as AAAS fellows
Rice President Reginald DesRoches and faculty members Luay Nakhleh and Angel Martí have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Rice announces Dr. Huda Zoghbi as commencement speaker for 112th ceremony
Dr. Huda Zoghbi, an internationally renowned neurogeneticist and pioneer in the field of brain research, will serve as the speaker at Rice’s 112th commencement ceremony May 10 at Rice Stadium.
This spring’s festival features 24 performances of chamber works by 16 different composers including Beethoven, Brahms, Mendelssohn and Bartók.
Rice Biotech Launch Pad and RBL LLC to celebrate official launch and lab opening
The Rice Biotech Launch Pad and RBL LLC will hold an event to celebrate the official launch and lab opening of RBL LLC May 5, following a Rice presidential lecture delivered by Robert Langer Jr. The launch event, held at Helix Park, will also feature a keynote a keynote presentation by Robert Ruffolo Jr.
Senior Spotlight: Tyler Strothman ’25
As Rice prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025 at commencement, Rice News is spotlighting a collection of standout seniors.
Revolutionizing touch: Researchers explore the future of wearable multisensory haptic technology
Recently, a team of experts, including Rice’s Marcia O’Malley and Daniel Preston, published an in-depth review in Nature Reviews Bioengineering analyzing the current state of wearable multisensory haptic technology, outlining its challenges, advancements and real-world applications.
