Topic: Rice University

'Wonder material' graphene wins scientists 2010 Nobel Prize in physics

Graphene, a super-strong, transparent form of carbon one atom thick, could be used in displays, solar panels, and lightweight composites. Two Russian-born scientists found a way to isolate it, winning the 2010 physics Nobel Prize.
10/05/2010 04:53 pm

Do Groupons hurt businesses?

People who use Groupon promotions aren't always the best customers, reveals a survey of businesses.
10/01/2010 02:47 pm

In Pictures Space Photos of the Day 09/20

Mexican Independence Day: Across Latin America, bicentennial parties abound

Mexican Independence Day marks the 200th anniversary of freedom from Spanish rule. This year, five Latin American countries mark their bicentennials by taking stock of progress and challenges ahead.
09/15/2010 04:22 pm

US and Iran face off – at World Basketball Championships

The US and Iran set aside controversy over Iran’s nuclear program to play a World Basketball Championships match that featured NBA players including Hamed Haddadi of Iran.
09/02/2010 02:11 pm

Immigration law sponsor in Arizona pleased to bring attention to the issue

Immigration law in Arizona is still undergoing the first of many judicial tests. State senator Russell Pearce, who drafted the controversial law, is glad there is a national conversation going on over the issue of illegal immigration.
07/27/2010 03:56 pm

Faith Misplaced

Evangelical missionaries were once leaders in creating a positive image of the US in the Arab world.
07/19/2010 07:05 am

Amelia Earhart's watch brought to International Space Station

Amelia Earhat's watch, which the famed aviator wore on two trans-Atlantic flights was brought aboard the International Space Station 82 years to the day after her first flight.
06/18/2010 08:15 pm

Russian rocket set to launch Tuesday with new crew

A Russian rocket is set to launch toward the International Space Station Tuesday carrying two American astronauts and one veteran Russian cosmonaut.
06/15/2010 11:58 am

Houston native to launch into space

On Tuesday in Houston, flight controllers at the Johnson Space Center in Texas will watch as astronaut Shannon Walker becomes the first Houston native to launch into space.
06/15/2010 11:54 am

In offshore drilling freeze, rumblings of a new era for oil industry

The six-month moratorium on new deepwater offshore drilling announced by President Obama Thursday isn't likely to have a big impact on the oil industry – unless it's a sign of things to come.
05/27/2010 09:26 pm

The Entrepreneurial Mind Can Facebook boost sales? New study says yes.

Two Rice University researchers found that Facebook fans of a store chain made 36 percent more visits than other customers.
03/02/2010 11:30 pm

Opinion A customer-service miracle shows America at its best

Amid all the talk about America in decline, we must not forget our strengths.
12/24/2009 10:01 am

Our best guess about global warming may be wrong

Scientists wonder whether rising CO2 may trigger something else that further warms the climate
08/31/2009 01:00 am

Argentina vote: Referendum on the Kirchners

Voters say that candidates in Sunday's mid-term elections pay little attention to top concerns of jobs and crime.
06/28/2009 01:00 am

High stakes for the 'ruling couple' in Argentina's election

Former president Nestor Kirchner is running for a congressional seat in a bid to boost his sagging popularity, turning the election into a referendum on him and his wife, President Cristina Kirchner.
06/26/2009 01:00 am

Presidents and sports: How does Obama stack up?

The president-elect, an avid basketball player, has a good jump shot. Bill Clinton was creative with his scoring on the golf course. Richard Nixon liked bowling, while Herbert Hoover was a fanatical trout fisherman.
01/16/2009 12:00 am

Oil industry adjusts to lower prices

But some wildcatters pack up their drill bits as the exploration rush has cooled.
12/05/2008 12:00 am

As Latinos tilt Democratic, can Texas stay ‘red’?

The Lone Star State is the last big GOP bastion where Hispanics are a sizable voting bloc.
11/25/2008 12:00 am

Textbooks built to fit student budgets

10/19/2008 01:00 am

Textbooks built to fit student budgets

Schools, nonprofits, and publishers go digital in an effort to create less-expensive textbooks.
10/17/2008 01:00 am

Gains for Obama among people of faith

He wins backing of 6 in 10 people who attend religious services once or twice a month, a gain for Democrats since 2004, new survey finds.
10/08/2008 01:00 am

A new-style evangelical pastor ascends the political stage

Pastor Rick Warren interviews Obama and McCain in a live broadcast Saturday.
08/15/2008 01:00 am

How to cut the price of oil

Energy costs have become a driving force of inflation.
06/16/2008 01:00 am

In sealing nomination, Obama makes history

He's the first African-American to head presidential ticket of a major party, winning Democrats' long war of attrition.
06/05/2008 01:00 am