Gov. Abbott issues order to ban minors from THC products
An expert in drug policy from Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy is available to explain and comment on today’s executive order from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on hemp-derived THC products.
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations begin Sept. 15
At a time when conversations about culture, identity and belonging are shaping the national dialogue, Rice faculty members can provide context and expertise to enrich coverage of this celebration.
Scholar of religion, policy available to comment on Minneapolis tragedy
An expert in religion, sociology and public policy from Rice is available to comment on the Aug. 27 school shooting in Minneapolis.
Hurricane Erin to bring dangerous surf or flooding to 15 states
Rice University experts can speak on flooding and related topics.
AI can help communities prepare for, respond to climate risks during peak hurricane season
As the Gulf Coast heads into the most active stretch of the Atlantic hurricane season — August through September — forecasters warn the region could face heightened storm activity this year, fueled by warm ocean waters and a changing climate.
Rice University faculty are available to provide insight.
Erin becomes first Atlantic hurricane of the season
Experts from Rice University are available for media interviews on hurricane- and storm-related topics.
Southern California wildfires force evacuations in LA, Ventura counties
Rice experts are available to provide insights into the wildfires.
8.8 magnitude earthquake strikes near Russia, setting off tsunami warnings
Experts from Rice are available to comment on various topics related to earthquakes, including seismic dynamics, structural safety, and disaster resilience strategies.
Texas legislative special session to address flood relief, redistricting, THC products
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has called a special legislative session beginning July 21 to address several pressing issues, including flood relief, redistricting and the regulation of THC products.
Rice experts available to discuss new round of tariffs
Experts from Rice are available to provide insights on the new round of tariffs from the Trump administration.
Rice experts are available to comment on digital health topics, including AI, wearable and ingestible devices, imaging and robotics.
Rise in measles cases continues throughout US, reaching highest level in over 30 years
Rice experts are available to provide insight into the measles outbreak.
Former White House science advisor argues federal science investment won US economic prosperity
Neal Lane, senior fellow in science and technology policy at Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, is available to speak on the importance of science and technology policy and research to the economic and security aspirations of the United States.
Rice finance expert shows how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could lead to increased national debt
The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” could modestly boost GDP and investment over time, but it would seriously increase the national debt, pushing the debt-to-GDP ratio from 98% to 122%, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.