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A helping hand for kids with cerebral palsy

Study measures scientists' outreach work

There’s pressure for scientists to do "outreach" and publicize their research to demonstrate its value and relevance — especially if the work is government-funded. Women scientists are more involved in these outreach efforts than their male counterparts, says a study from Rice and Southern Methodist University.

Engineering school appoints associate dean

The George R. Brown School of Engineering has appointed Keith Cooper associate dean for research. Cooper, professor of engineering and a Rice alumnus, will help faculty and students "think about research on a larger scale."

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'Interesting Times'

Find out when sociologist Stephen Klineberg's "Interesting Times" will air on KHOU.

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Essential skills

Three Rice students win Critical Language Scholarships from the State Department.

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It's a bird, it's a car

See "Centenni-Owl," Rice's entry in Houston's 25th annual Art Car Parade.

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Calendar Events

Creative Writing Camp 06/11-29

The Creative Writing Camp offers a supportive environment where children engage in writing stories, poetry, essays, and plays, as well as simply reading for pleasure.