Research

Potential to ‘save more lives than doctors’: Rice launches WaTER Institute to develop accessible clean water technology

Rice University’s new WaTER Institute, launched today, aims to address complex water related challenges.

Rice research unveils key dynamics of 2D nanomaterials with view to larger-scale production

A team of Rice researchers mapped out how flecks of 2D materials move in liquid ⎯ knowledge that could help scientists assemble macroscopic-scale materials with the same useful properties as their 2D counterparts.

Child care cliff looms as expenses increase, availability decreases

Millions of child care providers in the U.S. face the prospect of having to either raise tuition, cut workers’ wages and benefits or downsize their operations as funds from the American Rescue Plan Act phase out. Up to 3 million children could experience a disruption in care nationwide — a “child care cliff,” according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Rice study shows how allyship can combat discrimination in STEM for Blacks, Latinos

Calling out discriminatory behavior is an effective way for white students to help combat racism against Black and Latino science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) students, according to new research from Rice University.

Rice scientists pull off quantum coup

Rice scientists have discovered a first-of-its-kind material, a 3D crystalline metal in which quantum correlations and the geometry of the crystal structure combine to frustrate the movement of electrons and lock them in place.

Rice Social Sciences to kick off spring 2024 with research relay focusing on global work

The School of Social Sciences will host an impressive lineup of research events this semester, opening with a Research Relay on February 12 that will highlight global research in social sciences.

Rice study shows coal-based product could replace sand in concrete

A new study by Rice researchers found that graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, through flash Joule heating could serve not only as a reinforcing additive in cement but also as a replacement for sand in concrete.

Rice study unlocks breakthrough for breast cancer bone metastases

Rice University researchers in the lab of chemist Han Xiao have identified a promising new immunological pathway to treat stubborn bone tumors, one of most prevalent forms of metastases in breast cancer patients.

Rice’s Fred Oswald serves as panelist during AI House Davos

Fred Oswald, the Herbert S. Autrey Professor of Psychology at Rice University, was a panelist on "The Impact of U.S. and E.U. Regulation on Business and Society," held Jan. 16 at AI House Davos, a multi-stakeholder platform for responsible AI progress, held during the World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos, Switzerland.

Crises create opportunities for organizations to get ‘jazzy,’ Rice research shows

Organizational leaders may benefit from operating more like a jazz ensemble during crises in order to utilize their resources in unconventional ways, according to new research from Rice University.

Rice research opens new arena to study quantum interactions

Rice scientists along with collaborators at Durham University prolonged quantum behavior in an experimental system nearly 30-fold by using ultracold temperatures and special laser wavelengths to generate a “magic trap” that delays the onset of quantum decoherence.

Mexico, US relationship examined in latest edition of Mexico Country Outlook report

The United States-Mexico border will be the greatest source of conflict between the two nations in 2024 — particularly with elections in both countries this year — according to the latest edition of the Mexico Country Outlook report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Woodside provides $12.5M to support Rice-led project to advance decarbonization

Rice University and Woodside Energy today announced a ground-breaking five-year technology collaboration aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing lower carbon solutions.

Rice chemists find new way to rid boron nitride nanotubes of impurities

Rice scientists in the lab of Angel Martí have uncovered a new way to make high-purity boron nitride nanotubes, hollow cylindrical structures that can withstand temperatures of up to 900 degrees Celsius while also being stronger than steel by weight.

Rice engineers propose hybrid urban water sourcing model

Houston’s water and wastewater system could be more resilient with the development of hybrid urban water supply systems that combine conventional, centralized water sources with reclaimed wastewater, according to a study by Rice engineers published in Nature Water.