Rice chemical engineer Alina Stavroula Kampouri named to AIChE's 35 Under 35 Mon, 10/26/2026 - 09:20

Rice professor recognized nationally for contributions to advanced materials and sustainable energy research

Catalytic confessions and a quest for Matt Damon: PodCAT puts science on mic Tue, 10/06/2026 - 09:27

Researchers from Rice, the University of Rochester and Penn State highlight career paths and emerging advances in catalysis

A softer porous material could help improve solid-state batteries Tue, 09/29/2026 - 10:14

Rice researchers design flexible porous material that selectively transports lithium ions and could help improve contact with battery electrodes

Walter Chapman elected Fellow of American Institute of Chemical Engineers Mon, 09/28/2026 - 13:51

Rice Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering professor recognized with AIChE’s highest grade of membership for a career of contributions to chemical engineering research, education and mentorship.

The secret to a perfect crystal may be an extra turn Tue, 09/22/2026 - 10:11

Rice researchers develop strategy for programming magnetic particles to assemble without preferred direction

A Lifetime of Discovery and Mentorship: George Hirasaki’s Rice Legacy Tue, 09/01/2026 - 12:53

Longtime Rice professor George Hirasaki reflects on a career shaped by curiosity, collaboration and a commitment to giving back.

Rice researchers use electrical charge to improve controlled peptide delivery Wed, 08/19/2026 - 11:09

Gelatin microparticle platform could support longer-lasting treatments for tissue repair and regenerative medicine

Rice doctoral graduate helps push quantum computing into fusion energy research Tue, 08/11/2026 - 11:12

Brianna Singh ’18 ’22 elected 2026-27 President of Rice Engineering Alumni Mon, 07/27/2026 - 13:02

Study finds carbon capture and storage could help curb emissions from AI-driven data center boom Mon, 07/13/2026 - 16:20

Rice Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Announces Academic Leadership Appointments for 2026–2027 Tue, 07/07/2026 - 16:45

The department announces new academic leadership appointments that will help guide undergraduate, graduate and professional education programs in the year ahead.

Rice graduate lands coveted role driving Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Tue, 07/07/2026 - 14:09

Chevron Lecture & Research Symposium Showcases Connects Research, Industry and Alumni Thu, 05/28/2026 - 16:15

Student-led event highlights research, industry engagement and collaboration across the Rice engineering community.

Graduate Student Association Recognized with Student Organization Honors Thu, 05/14/2026 - 08:58

Awards highlight leadership, service and mentorship within the chemical and biomolecular engineering graduate community.

Rice Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Celebrates Student Excellence at Undergraduate Banquet Tue, 05/12/2026 - 10:38

Annual celebration recognizes scholarships, leadership, research and top senior honors among students.

Perovskite solar cells skip yellow phase, degrade slower thanks to key additives Thu, 04/30/2026 - 17:01

PropylClean Wins 2026 Akers Design Competition Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:21

Rice seniors showcase innovative solutions to real-world engineering challenges.

Scientists at Rice pioneer faster, greener method to recycle lithium-ion batteries Mon, 04/27/2026 - 08:36

Bridging Innovation and Industry: A Fireside Chat with Barbara Burger Wed, 04/22/2026 - 11:08

A discussion with the former Chevron Technology Ventures president highlights energy innovation, commercialization, and evolving career pathways for engineers.

Rafael Verduzco Named Faculty Director of Rice Center for STEM Engagement Tue, 03/31/2026 - 14:08

ChBE faculty member to lead next chapter of R-STEM following Carolyn Nichol’s 19-year tenure

New gel-based system allows bacteria to act as bioelectrical sensors Thu, 03/12/2026 - 15:42

Rice Students Receive 2026 STS-AIChE Scholarship Thu, 03/12/2026 - 11:02

Three Rice ChBE students were honored by the South Texas Section of AIChE for their academic achievement and contributions to the chemical engineering community.

Carbon nanotube fiber ‘textile’ heaters could help industry electrify high-temperature gas heating Thu, 03/05/2026 - 15:48

From Lab to Leader in Energy Transition: Fireside Chat with Sumedh Warudkar ‘13 Tue, 02/10/2026 - 11:19

An inside look at careers in industry, evolving energy systems, and the skills engineers need to thrive.

Career Spotlight: Bill Stockton ’85 on Experience, Flexibility, and Engineering Impact Thu, 01/22/2026 - 10:46

Fireside chat offers students candid insights on career exploration, resilience, and long-term success in engineering.

Wong receives $1.4 million federal grant to develop technology to destroy ‘forever chemicals’ Tue, 01/20/2026 - 14:48

The three-year project aims to develop a promising PFAS remediation technology discovered at Rice for real-world application.

Researchers unlock catalyst behavior that could cut emissions and stabilize supply of everyday materials Tue, 01/06/2026 - 15:50

Sibani Lisa Biswal elected AIChE Fellow Fri, 12/19/2025 - 16:54

Election to Fellow is the highest honor bestowed by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers

Rice researchers uncover the hidden physics of knot formation in fluids Mon, 12/15/2025 - 15:58

Rice Undergraduates Shine at 2025 AIChE Student Conference Tue, 11/18/2025 - 15:24

Four students earn top poster awards as Rice’s AIChE Student Chapter makes a strong showing in Boston

Sharper MRI scans may be on horizon thanks to new physics-based model Mon, 11/17/2025 - 16:00

New recharge-to-recycle reactor turns battery waste into new lithium feedstock Mon, 11/10/2025 - 16:01

Fireside Chat with Xueying Xie ’05 Inspires Rice Students Wed, 11/05/2025 - 13:10

A candid conversation on adaptability, innovation, and navigating career paths in engineering.

Tiny swarms, big impact: Researchers engineering adaptive magnetic systems for medicine, energy and environment Tue, 11/04/2025 - 16:08

Ross Thyer named the T.N. Law Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Fri, 10/17/2025 - 12:30

Thyer was conferred this endowed position in recognition of his outstanding research accomplishments

Dr. Jason Adams wins award for “Best Fundamental Paper” by South Texas Section AICHE Wed, 10/15/2025 - 10:53

The “Best Fundamental Paper” award will be given each year to encourage the publication of papers within the South Texas Section

Engineers slash iridium use in electrolyzer catalyst by 80%, boosting path to affordable green hydrogen Mon, 10/13/2025 - 09:35

In the global race to decarbonize, hydrogen stands out as one of the most promising clean fuels.

Dr Calvin Tsay, Rice ChBE (BS, 2015), wins Royal Academy of Engineering's Young Engineer of the Year Award Thu, 10/09/2025 - 08:49

Accomplishments include making tall buildings safer, scaling up global access to non-electric washing machines, protecting workers from the dangerous effects of strong vibrations and creating digital tools for energy optimisation

Rice leads breakthrough in eco-friendly removal of toxic ‘forever chemicals’ from water Tue, 10/07/2025 - 09:38

The findings, recently published in Advanced Materials, mark a major step toward addressing one of the world’s most persistent environmental threats.

Scientists uncover room-temperature route to improved light-harvesting and emission devices Tue, 09/30/2025 - 09:41

Atoms in crystalline solids sometimes vibrate in unison, giving rise to emergent phenomena known as phonons.