‘Relaxed’ T cells critical to immune response Jun. 16, 2020
Rice University researchers model the role of relaxation time as T cells bind to invaders or imposters, and how their ability to differentiate between the two triggers the body’s immune system.
Baker Institute expert available to comment on Biden tax proposals Jun. 16, 2020
HOUSTON – (June 16, 2020) – The tax proposals outlined by former Vice President Joe Biden, the presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee, would raise $3.8 trillion in revenue over 10 years but do little to address debt growth, according to a new report co-authored by an expert at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy.
42 student startups to compete for over $1 million in first virtual Rice Business Plan Competition Jun. 16, 2020
In its 20th year, the Rice Business Plan Competition (RBPC) — the world's largest and richest student startup competition — is going virtual. Register to watch at rbpc.rice.edu/agenda.
Ana María Martínez to join Rice Shepherd School as professor of voice Jun. 15, 2020
Grammy Award-winning soprano Ana María Martínez will join Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music beginning July 1, 2021, as a professor in the Department of Voice.
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Moody Center convenes creative summer series of virtual programming and performances by local artists Jun. 15, 2020
From large-scale installations to an intimate concert series, new works respond to a critical time in history.
Inaugural lecture series at Rice will commemorate, contemplate Juneteenth Jun. 15, 2020
A new annual lecture series from Rice will remember June 19 through discussions on the legacy of slavery and race in America.
Healing power of music: Rice Philharmonics' album to benefit fight for justice Jun. 15, 2020
The Rice Philharmonics, also known to their fans as The Phils, are hoping their new album, "Phílos," will help spread the healing power of music.
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Excitons form superfluid in certain 2D combos Jun. 15, 2020
Mixing and matching computational models of 2D materials led scientists at Rice University to the realization that excitons can be manipulated in new and useful ways.
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Stress-management strategies can boost health care teams during pandemic Jun. 12, 2020
Celebrating successes, admitting mistakes and encouraging honest communication can improve teamwork during the COVID-19 pandemic.
'RUnconventional Graduation': Newly minted Rice Ph.D.s celebrate with 31 miles in 24 hours Jun. 12, 2020
That’s five miles for each year, plus a final mile to reach Valhalla.
