New theoretical model sheds light on ovarian aging, offering path toward advances in women’s health
Researchers have developed a mathematical model that enhances our understanding of ovarian aging and the timing of menopause.
Rice's César A. Uribe is developing computational tools to help scientists better understand ecosystems with recent studies using AI to glean new insi...
Rice’s Grand Hall was filled with students, music and festivities Sept. 15 as the university began its many celebrations as part of Hispanic Heritage ...
New research using NASA’s Perseverance rover has uncovered strong evidence that Mars’ Jezero Crater experienced multiple episodes of fluid activity — ...
For the first time since the 2021 season, the Rice soccer team is nationally ranked in the United Soccer Coaches Top 25 Poll, earning the 25th spot in...
With the 2025–26 academic year underway, Rice is taking bold steps to harness the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in teaching, res...
Rice’s football team will open American Conference play under the Thursday night lights this week, traveling to face the University of North Carolina ...
Rice senior safety Plae Wyatt is one of 22 college football players and one head coach who have been named to the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team®,...
Rice researchers have developed a faster and cleaner method for recovering aluminum and removing toxic metals from bauxite residue....
Rice has partnered with Google for Education to adopt Google’s generative AI solution, Gemini for Education, to provide students, faculty and staff wi...
Rice Real Estate Co., in partnership with Lincoln Property Co., has unveiled plans to develop a landmark research, laboratory and office building desi...
This summer, Rice senior Maya Harpavat traded the lecture halls of Houston for the winding roads of Rajasthan, India....
The Ken Kennedy Institute at Rice will host the fourth annual AI in Health Conference this month, aiming to forge interdisciplinary, cross-institution...
Rice alum honored with international award for groundbreaking archaeology research
Rice alumnus Abidemi Babatunde Babalola ’11 ’15 has been named a recipient of the 2025 Dan David Prize, one of the world’s largest history awards.
Wireless implant network could transform cardiac, neurological care
Researchers at Rice and collaborators have developed a wireless network of miniature bioelectric implants that could transform treatment for heart failure, spinal cord injury and other chronic conditions. The system would integrate with patient anatomy easier than conventional medical implants, eliminating the need for batteries and invasive wiring.
Rice to celebrate grand opening of Susan and Fayez Sarofim Hall Sept. 11
The 94,000-square-foot facility designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro will serve as a hub for visual arts, performance, interdisciplinary collaboration and research-driven creativity.
Behind-the-scenes heroes of safety: Rice’s emergency management team vigilantly watches over campus
August is designated as National Emergency Management Awareness Month. To recognize the impact Rice’s four-member emergency management team makes on campus, Rice News spoke with the group to discuss its role in preparing for, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters.
Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy announces fall public programming
Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, ranked the world’s No. 1 university-based think tank, today announced its fall 2025 lineup of public events.
Rice earns nation-leading rankings from Niche, Forbes
Rice has been recognized among the nation’s best colleges this week — coinciding with the beginning of its fall semester — ranking No. 10 on Niche’s 2026 Best Colleges in America list and No. 12 on Forbes’ annual America’s Top Colleges list.
Global impact: 7 Rice scholars awarded Fulbright scholarships for study, teaching abroad
Seven Rice graduates were named recipients of the Fulbright scholarship through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program this year, receiving funds to study, research and teach English abroad.
As hurricane season peaks, Rice experts spotlight overlooked Houston flood risks beyond FEMA maps
Rice experts say much of the region’s flood risk still sits outside federally mapped zones.
Study examines use of AI for responsible research practices
A new study by Rice researchers explores large language models as a tool for streamlining responsible citation practices.