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Advancing Discovery and Innovation

Climate change. Water pollution. Increasing economic and social disparities. Rising rates of cancer and other diseases. The world is facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to human health and prosperity. At Rice, we are at the forefront of research aimed at advancing solutions to these fundamental problems.

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SPECIAL RESEARCH EDITION

Research isn’t just a key driver of our mission — it’s the heartbeat of our contribution to society’s progress. From groundbreaking medical discoveries to innovative engineering solutions, the research and scholarship performed by our talented faculty, postdoctoral fellows and students transforms lives, strengthens our nation’s competitiveness and addresses global challenges.

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Advancing Discovery Through Interdisciplinary Research

Rice University has focused on key areas of research, showcased through its interdisciplinary institutes and centers. These efforts drive progress in nanoscale science, computing, quantum studies, and collaborative research across biology, chemistry, and engineering. Together, they support excellent education, strengthen research facilities, foster collaboration, and help share scientific knowledge with students and the wider community.

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WHERE OUR RESEARCH DOLLARS GO

Rice’s research funding supports an ecosystem of discovery.

DIRECT COSTS OF RESEARCH
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Salaries, wages and benefits for researchers, staff and postdocs working on a research project

DIRECT COSTS OF RESEARCH
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Stipends for graduate students and undergraduate students with summer research positions working on a research project

DIRECT COSTS OF RESEARCH
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Lab equipment and research supplies specific to a research project

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Any travel costs for doing research and also travel to present project findings at conferences

SUPPORTING GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH
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Did you know that Rice’s graduate and undergraduate student populations are almost equal?

INDIRECT COSTS OF RESEARCH
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Utilities, heating and cooling, operations and maintenance expenses for the building...

INDIRECT COSTS OF RESEARCH
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Libraries, databases, and computing and data infrastructure integral to doing research

INDIRECT COSTS OF RESEARCH
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General expenses and salaries for department, central office and research administrators

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General expenses, equipment and salaries for compliance and safety

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RICE RESEARCH REVIEW (R3)

At Rice University, research isn’t just what we do — it’s how we shape a better world. For over a century, our commitment to solving global challenges has fueled bold discoveries and real-world impact. Now, this spirit of innovation and service is celebrated in our new biannual publication.

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Research is more than an academic pursuit — it’s a responsibility to serve humanity and tackle the world’s toughest challenges.