Rice ranks among Top 100 US universities for utility patents
A new list published by the National Academy of Inventors June 4 highlights Rice’s push for patenting its innovative research. With 14 utility patents issued in 2023 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Rice ranks among the Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents according to the NAI.
‘Library of the future’ named after Rice alumna, astronaut now open
The Dr. Shannon Walker Neighborhood Library, named in honor of the three-time Rice graduate and NASA astronaut, has officially opened its doors in Houston’s Westbury neighborhood.
Rice gathers world’s top medical humanities minds in Paris
Rice’s Medical Humanities Research Institute recently held a research summit at the Paris Center, convening leading international researchers to explore critical issues at the intersection of medicine and humanities.
Rice, Houston first responders recognized for saving the life of swimmer in distress
First responders from Rice and the city of Houston were recognized May 29 for their efforts in working together to save the life of a Rice graduate student who nearly drowned this spring.
Family, friends, fellow educators and funders came together to celebrate this year’s achievements in the School Literacy and Culture program May 15.
Rice University’s Center for Engaged Research and Collaborative Learning and Fondren Library have partnered with the Houston Public Library and the CCM Foundation to help present the “‘Straight Flexin’, No Plexin’” hip-hop exhibit.
In the brain at rest, neurons rehearse future experience
New research from Rice and the University of Michigan sheds light on how individual neurons in the hippocampus of rats stabilize and tune spatial representations during periods of rest following the animals’ first time running a maze, offering first proof of neuroplasticity during sleep.
Rice researchers uncover surprising role of opioid receptors in gut development
Researchers at Rice have revealed a previously unknown function of opioid receptors in the development of the enteric nervous system.
Rice and Houston Community College collaborate to diversify access to biomedical research training
Rice and Houston Community College collaborate to diversify access to biomedical research training through program funded by a $1.8M NIH grant.
Rice expands global reach with Paris Center
The halls of Rice’s first international campus have been buzzing with student learning, faculty exchange and groundbreaking research collaborations.
One-day shoot, two-year wait: Rice student’s journey to ‘Fallout’
When she first appears on screen 11 minutes into the third episode of Amazon Prime’s “Fallout,” Viola Hsia is all business as the character Jamila.
Provost announces newly promoted and tenured faculty
Provost Amy Dittmar announced Rice faculty member promotions who demonstrated excellence in scholarship, teaching, mentoring, service and leadership. Promotions are effective July 1.
Social media abuzz after Rice mentioned in final season of ‘Young Sheldon’
Coach George Cooper would’ve taken Rice football to the next level … at least according to Instagram commenters.
Wearable devices get signal boost from innovative material
An international team of researchers from Rice and Hanyang University have developed a new material that moves like skin while preserving signal strength in electronics. The technology could enable the development of next-generation wearable devices with continuous, consistent wireless and battery-free functionality.
Rice alum celebrates 30 years as a craft beer pioneer
For 30 years, Saint Arnold Brewing Company has been a Houston institution, releasing more than 100 different beers including staples such as Lawnmower, Amber Ale and Art Car IPA, and the origin of what is now the oldest craft brewery in Texas can be traced back to 1985 at Rice. That’s when alumnus Brock Wagner ’87 started hanging out with his Lovett College resident adviser.
