Solving for Greater Good
At Rice Engineering and Computing, we collaborate with scientists and scholars across campus and around the world to solve some of the most urgent issues of our time. Through our five research focus areas – Health and Well-being, Energy and Sustainability, Resilient and Adaptive Communities, Advanced Materials, and Future Computing – we are solving for greater good.
Rice University spinouts named to world's 50 cleantech company watch list
Rice University spinouts Coflux Purification and DexMat have landed spots on a list of the world’s 50 top cleantech companies to watch. Cleantech Group's watch list recognizes early-stage companies solving critical environmental and sustainability challenges.
Coflux creates solutions to destroy forever chemicals and spun out of Rice labs directed by professors Rafael Verduzco and Pulickel Ajayan. DexMat produces copper alternatives using carbon nanotube fibers, using technology from the lab of Professor Matteo Pasquali.
Engineering & Computing News
Chemical engineer recognized for his longtime commitment to Rice University’s Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen.
Chief technology officer and entrepreneur honored for innovative prenatal screening and oncology technologies.
AMD Fellow and Vice President of Engineering recognized for her contributions to modern computing technology, commitment to empowering women in the industry.
Electrical engineer honored for pioneering work in semiconductor engineering, mentorship and service to Rice University.
Featured Events
Engineers in the C-Suite
October 22 | 4:15 PM
Rice Center for Engineering Leadership hosts Leslie M. Duke, Chair and CEO of Burns & McDonnell, to share insights on leadership and engineering innovation.
Innovation for Healthcare Access 2026 Conference
October 22-23
Organized by the Rice360 Institute for Global Health Technologies, this conference will advance health equity by addressing gaps in healthcare for women and children in underserved rural and urban communities across Texas.
Ethical Decisions: The Engineer’s Responsibility
November 3 | 6 PM
Join the Rice Center for Engineering Leadership and a special guest panel to discuss the role of ethics and leadership for engineers and technology professionals.