Lost sleep after death of a spouse can damage health of survivor
HOUSTON – (May 17, 2021) – The death of a spouse is a devastating event that can affect many aspects of the surviving partner's life. Sleep loss that often follows can have a negative long-term impact on the health of the widowed spouse, according to new research from Rice University.
Record number of psychology undergraduates earn honors
Sixteen Rice undergraduates majoring in psychology — a record for the department — earned honors recognition, which requires completing an independent, mentored research project over the course of the academic year.
Social Sciences in the summer: Timely issues on tap for upcoming courses
Summer will be here soon, but Rice's School of Social Sciences isn't taking a vacation from learning. A variety of classes focusing on timely social, political and economic issues are being offered during the summer term.
Touchless temperature made simple
Getting around during the pandemic often requires getting your temperature taken to check for COVID-19. A team of seniors at Rice’s Brown School of Engineering wants to make that practice more practical for facilities around the world.
Undergraduate research showcase returns to Rice in hybrid format April 21
Linda Liu and Anika Sonig wanted to make sure all bases were covered when they planned this year’s Rice Undergraduate Research Symposium (RURS), the annual showcase for student research projects that’s operating under pandemic conditions for the second year in a row.
New teamwork model could improve patient health care.
Health care teams must prepare for anything, including the unconventional work environments brought about by a global pandemic and social unrest.
New psychological sciences degree will help graduates improve workplaces
HOUSTON – (Feb. 1, 2021) – With the average adult spending about half of their waking hours at work, employees and companies alike are recognizing the importance of investing in more productive, diverse and satisfying workplaces.
STEM students whose career path and interests align enjoy more academic, professional success
Results suggest measuring career interest in college is a highly effective predictor of future trajectories and success.
Books outline what it takes to put astronauts in space
A new set of books edited by a Rice University psychologist provides an overview of the research necessary to put astronauts in space, what is needed to keep them safe on future missions and practical applications for space exploration teams.
Rice experts available to discuss 2020 election
HOUSTON – (Oct. 29, 2020) – With eyes around the world on the 2020 U.S. election just five days away, three Rice University professors are available to discuss various topics related to the vote, including the contest for president, election security and the electoral climate in Texas.
Social scientists to offer virtual COVID-19 lightning talks
Social sciences researchers have been examining the behavioral and social aspects of COVID-19 since the initial outbreak.
New book from Rice psychologist offers guide to creating successful teams
What makes a team effective? A new book from a Rice University psychologist examines that question and identifies ways leaders can foster successful organizations.
Grant will help Rice researchers improve mobility for the visually impaired
The number of blind or visually impaired people in the U.S. is expected to double in the next 30 years as the country's population ages.
How employers can soften the blow of furloughs and layoffs
HOUSTON – (Sept. 21, 2020) – Furloughs and layoffs are traumatic — especially during a pandemic —but new research from Rice University offers ways employers can ease the emotional impact when they deliver the bad news to their workers.
