Media invited to cover critical health initiatives at Innovation for Healthcare Access Conference
Members of the media are invited to attend the Innovation for Healthcare Access Conference, a two-day event Oct. 27-28 focused on promoting innovative solutions for high-priority unmet needs in health care.
Government shutdown and inflation create ‘perfect storm’ for food insecurity
Rice public health expert available to discuss how these combined pressures are intensifying food insecurity across the country.
Nobel Prize committee member available for interviews on selection process
Pernilla Wittung Stafshede, a member of the Nobel Prize committee for chemistry, is available to explain the selection process for laureates and what happens behind the scenes.
Rice quantum scientist Hanyu Zhu is available to discuss chiral phonons, a rapidly-evolving research field with implications for electronic and quantum technologies, energy transport, advanced sensing and more.
Finance policy expert available to comment on potential government shutdown
As the federal government faces a possible shutdown this week, a financial policy expert at Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy is available for interviews and commentary to provide insight into the potential economic and fiscal consequences.
Maneuvering through today’s modern media landscape becoming more difficult
Faculty from Rice University’s Program in Media Studies are available to provide context and commentary on today’s rapidly evolving media environment.
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.
