Social Sciences

1 in 4 Black teens apathetic about racial justice

Researchers plan to conduct future studies to track racial apathy of Black teenagers and adults.

Rice wins Mayor's Early Vote College Challenge

Slave trade artifacts and records to be studied with aid of new grant

The institution of slavery caused centuries of harrowing misery, triggered wars and left a searing legacy of racial injustice, but many of the artifacts and records pertaining to slavery’s history have been understudied or altogether forgotten.

Rice political science students inducted into national honor society

Study: Death of female soldiers does not diminish support for war

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.

World's first memorial to a lost glacier up for Design Museum award

The first-of-its-kind plaque from Rice anthropologists is up for an award from the Design Museum in London.

Rice's Vivian Ho elected to National Academy of Medicine

Rice health economist Vivian Ho has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine, which is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.

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.

Bisexual adults less likely to enjoy health benefits of education

HOUSTON – (Oct. 15, 2020) – Education has long been linked to health — the more schooling people have, the healthier they are likely to be. But a new study from Rice University sociologists found that the health benefits of a good education are less evident among well-educated bisexual adults.

High turnout, more early voting expected in Harris County

HOUSTON – (Oct. 13, 2020) – Rice University researchers are expecting high election turnout in Harris County, with a majority of voters heading to the polls during early voting, more ballots cast by mail and a significant decline in the number of voters going to the polls on Election Day.

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.

Rice political scientist available to discuss impact of Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis

HOUSTON – (Oct. 2, 2020) – With the announcement that President Donald Trump has tested positive for COVID-19 and is showing mild symptoms, Rice University political scientist Paul Brace is available to discuss what it means for the election a month away.

'Religion Unmuted' podcast elevates women’s voices in talks about religion, public life

Women are not well-represented in religious leadership positions or in public discussions of religion around the world — in spite of the fact that women are more religious than men, especially in the U.S.

Rice political scientist available to discuss presidential debates

HOUSTON – (Sept. 29, 2020) – As Donald Trump and Joe Biden prepare for tonight's presidential debate, the first of three ahead of the November election, Rice University political scientist Paul Brace is available to discuss what viewers can expect.