Frank Jones retires from Rice 7 decades after first arriving as a student
Frank Jones retires from Rice seven decades after first arriving as a student.
Cancer-fighting implant shows promise in treating melanoma, pancreatic and colorectal tumors
A team of researchers from the Rice Biotech Launch Pad has developed an implantable “cytokine factory” that safely triggers potent immune responses against hard-to-treat cancers, including metastatic melanoma, pancreatic and colorectal tumors.
Rice’s 68th annual Beer Bike bash rolls through
Rice's campus was bursting with color, cheer and friendly chaos April 5 as students gathered for the 68th annual Beer Bike — one of the school’s most cherished traditions.
As measles cases rise across Texas and the nation, a team of researchers at Rice and the Houston Health Department is leveraging wastewater surveillance to detect the virus in the community.
Rice Engineering and Computing marks 50 years of discovery, design and impact
Rice’s George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing celebrated half a century since its official inception with two days of events that gathered together nearly 400 people, including staff, faculty, students, alumni and friends of the school. Held March 28-29, the celebration included panel discussions as well as lab tours, alumni gatherings and student showcases.
Blue carbon project will create a living shoreline to protect coastal ecosystems in Galveston Bay
Rice, BCarbon and Scenic Galveston have launched an innovative project to protect the Kohfeldt Marsh near Texas City from sea level rise through the design and creation of a living shoreline.
Houston-area residents voice clear preferences on key state issues in new Kinder Institute survey
Houston-area residents voice clear preferences on key state issues in new Kinder Institute survey.
Rep. Jake Ellzey hails Rice research for contributions to national defense, technology
During a recent visit to Rice, Rep. Jake Ellzey (R-Texas), praised the institution’s leading-edge research and contributions to national defense.
Shepherd School’s 50th Anniversary Community Day opens doors through music
The event was an open-to-all free celebration packed with musical performances, interactive activities and hands-on fun for visitors of all ages.
Roselyn Ovalle, a senior at Rice majoring in political science and minoring in poverty, justice and human capabilities, has been named a Thomas J. Watson Fellow.
Rice has announced the launch of the Rice AI Venture Accelerator, designed to drive early stage artificial intelligence innovation and commercialization.
Rice scientists pioneer method to tackle ‘forever chemicals’
A new study unveils a method that eliminates PFAS from water systems and also transforms waste into high-value graphene.
Rice physicists use quantum entanglement to crack mystery of strange metals
Led by Qimiao Si, a research team has shown that electron entanglement peaks at a quantum critical point.
Thomas Killian reappointed dean of Wiess School of Natural Sciences
Thomas Killian has been reappointed dean of Wiess School of Natural Sciences.
Houstonʼs audit shows ongoing financial challenges, Baker Institute experts say
A recent audit of Houston’s finances reveals ongoing challenges, with experts warning that without major structural reforms the city could face financial instability that affects essential services.