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Antidepressants may reduce negative memories while improving overall memory, according to Rice study Sep. 11, 2023

New research from Rice University finds that antidepressants may actually reduce negative memories in individuals suffering from depression while improving overall memory function.

You can leave your gloves on: Rice-developed material burns viruses, safe for skin Sep. 11, 2023

A new material that packs deadly heat for viruses on its outer surface while staying cool on the reverse side could be used to make sustainable, multiuse personal protective equipment. Marquise Bell, a Rice graduate student who is the lead author of the research, was also part of this year’s NextProf Nexus workshop, a national, competitive faculty development program for engineering students from underrepresented groups.

Immigrant amnesty could increase their wages and US economy, according to Baker Institute report Sep. 11, 2023

Granting undocumented immigrants amnesty and legal status would improve the U.S. labor market, argues a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Rice custodial staff recognized for service, dedication Sep. 11, 2023

Rice's custodial staff was honored recently during a reception and luncheon in the Rice Memorial Center’s Grand Hall. This event was held in lockstep with a national celebration that occurs yearly on the second week of September.

Rice celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month Sep. 11, 2023

Rice University is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, by spotlighting the history, contributions and achievements of Latino communities, especially as they relate to the campus community.

Humanities NOW conversation at Rice to explore ethics of AI Sep. 10, 2023

Rice’s next Humanities NOW conversation, “Ethics in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” will be held in-person at noon Sept. 18 in the Humanities Building, Room 117.

New Rice Continuing Studies course to explore generative AI, effects on humanity Sep. 10, 2023

The Glasscock School of Continuing Studies at Rice will host a course exploring the possibilities and potential perils of generative artificial intelligence (AI) starting Sept. 20.