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New Rice center focuses on innovation in data, computing and advanced research methods to address societal inequality

April 8, 2025

A new center at Rice will bring together the insights of the social sciences and the power of computational methods to understand and address inequality in today’s society.

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New Rice institute to study lifetime health impacts and develop targeted interventions

April 2, 2025

Rice University has launched the Institute of Health Resilience and Innovation.

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Study suggests racial bias in Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark debate, examines how social media is changing the game

March 20, 2025

A new study from Rice takes a look at one of the most polarizing sports controversies in recent memory.

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Church attendance still in trouble, warns Rice religion expert after new Pew research report

February 27, 2025

Rice religion expert warns that church attendance remains a major concern as there are still far fewer Americans filling the pews.

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Rice public health, vaccine and religion experts available to discuss first measles death in US since 2015

February 27, 2025

Rice public health, vaccine and religion experts are available to discuss the surge of measles cases.

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Mothers with incarcerated children shoulder emotional and financial burdens

February 12, 2025

The financial and emotional toll borne by mothers whose adult children have experienced incarceration is often overlooked but can exacerbate financial burdens, especially for Black mothers, according to new research from Rice sociologist Brielle Bryan.

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New book from sociologist Craig Considine aims to strengthen Christian-Muslim bonds amid worldwide tension

January 28, 2025

Amid global tensions, a new book from Rice’s Craig Considine endeavors to build and strengthen relations between Christians and Muslims.

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Black History Month topics among Rice faculty members’ areas of expertise

January 27, 2025

Black History Month, celebrated each February, honors the profound contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history.

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Rice to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and his legacy with vigil, parade participation

January 17, 2025

Rice invites the community to join in celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events honoring his life and legacy as well as insights from university experts on the continued relevance of his work.

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Rice senior aims to change public perceptions of law enforcement officers

December 2, 2024

The lives and lived experiences of law enforcement professionals were the focus of a Nov. 21 campus event, “Behind the Badge,” organized by Rice University senior Kelsea Whiting.

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Religion boosts interest in life extension for Black but not white Americans, suggests Rice research

November 25, 2024

Black Americans are more interested in life-extending health technologies than their white peers and religion increases this desire.

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Rice hosts Southeast Mellon Mays Fellowship conference, fostering future scholars in humanities and social sciences

November 6, 2024

The Southeast Regional conference of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program unfolded at Rice Nov. 1-3, gathering undergraduate fellows from across the Southeast to present their research, connect with peers and explore graduate school opportunities.

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Rice study: Chinese scientists prioritize government service more than global peers

October 31, 2024

New Rice research finds Chinese scientists feel a greater obligation to serve their government with research efforts than international counterparts.

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STaRT@Rice goes international, boosting research skills and collaboration

October 16, 2024

STaRT@Rice is recognized for cultivating exceptional researchers and fostering community.

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Study: Individuals in storm-ravaged communities may be less likely to accept support over time — even when they need it

October 14, 2024

As the long road to recovery after hurricanes Helene and Milton begins, the same questions are facing many communities across the Southeast.

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