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Congratulations to Rice bioengineering Ph.D. student Tawan 'Pop' Kiratiwongwan on being named a 2024 Quad Fellow! His work in synthetic biology is advancing stem cell research and shaping the future of regenerative medicine. Read more: ow.ly/AGJE50URhvY

Rice is celebrating Black History Month with more than 30 events from Jan. 31 through March. Check out the details here: ow.ly/HfEC50URcv8

Rice bioengineers, led by grad student Xiaoyu Yang, have unlocked the potential of phosphorylation to build 'smart cells' capable of detecting disease signals and releasing rapid, customizable treatments. Read more: ow.ly/vtem50UIxVG

Rice researchers demonstrate the full recyclability of carbon nanotube fibers, retaining 100% of their properties after recycling. This groundbreaking work could revolutionize sustainable materials in industries like aerospace and automotive. Read more: ow.ly/L7Jf50UIwkM.


Marquise Bell, from Mechanical Engineering, advocates for intentionality in fostering diversity within STEM, particularly robotics. His article in Science Robotics highlights the need for representation and systemic approaches to inclusion. Read more: news.rice.edu/news/2024/rice…

The smell of success is even sweeter at Rice! The Graduate Office was proud to celebrate the students who won major fellowships at Take the Cake. 🍰🎓 You can check out the full story here: news.rice.edu/news/2024/swee…


Big cheers for our December grads! 🥳 Find out where our owls are landing next on their incredible journeys! Read more: news.rice.edu/news/2024/hard…




Rice University proudly hosted the 2024 Gulf Coast Undergraduate Research Symposium, bringing together over 400 talented undergraduate students from across the nation! 🌎🧪 Read more about GCURS: news.rice.edu/news/2024/rice…




Rice researchers have developed a cutting-edge imaging platform, soTILT3D, transforming how we visualize cellular processes. By merging advanced optics and computational tools, it enables real-time 3D imaging of cells with unmatched clarity. Read more: news.rice.edu/news/2024/new-…

What's Next? Q&A with Rice's General Counsel on the Post-Election Legal Landscape in the US, Rice Multicultural Center, tonight (Monday, 11/11, 8pm - 10pm

GSA's Sustainability Swap is TODAY! From 11 am - 2 pm, stop by the Grad Bubble for a sustainability refresh. Bring your gently used clothing or household goods and peruse what other grad students have to offer. More details on OwlNest.

Rice Rec: Free Fridays for Grad Students! In November, Rice graduate students can enjoy free membership access to the Rice Recreation Center.

Big congratulations to Brandon Garcia Perez, a student in the Master of Energy Economics program, for being awarded the prestigious Frédéric Bastiat Fellowship by the Mercatus Center! We’re so proud of this incredible achievement! ow.ly/Ej1x50TZNc1

Rice researchers, led by Mengxi Zhang, a grad student in chemistry, have bioengineered mussel-inspired sticky microorganisms to revolutionize pollution cleanup and waste management. Read more here: ow.ly/8Ojk50TZMaS

Grad students! Join us for various activities throughout the day for stress reduction and burning off extra steam. Details on OwlNest; no need to register: just show up and bring a friend! Some activities overlap; feel free to attend whatever suits your schedule!

Exciting news from Rice Biosciences! Congratulations to Joyah Watkins and Kory Evans on being named Rice University's first-ever Gilliam Fellows! 🎓 Their dedication to advancing diversity and excellence in science is truly inspiring. Read more here: ow.ly/pgCv50TZBh5

Today is your last chance to apply for a fee waiver during our Fee Waiver Weeks! Visit graduate.rice.edu/application-fe… for all the requirements and deadlines.

Exciting breakthrough! The 'Pac-Man effect' developed at Rice enables precision in advanced materials design, creating customizable patterns at the nanoscale. This innovation could lead to the next-gen of electronics and photonics! news.rice.edu/news/2024/pac-…

It’s the last week of our fee waiver weeks! Don’t let this chance to save slip through your fee-t—grab it now! Check the requirements and deadlines—submit your fee-waiver form by Nov. 1 and your doctoral application by Nov. 27 (Excludes business programs)

Are you preparing your first manuscript? Curious about the publishing process? Ready to navigate the complexities of academic publishing? Join us for an in-depth workshop to gain the insights you need to publish with confidence. Register below: library.rice.edu/events/author-…
