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‘Super Trees’ May Help Save Houston … and Beyond

Live oaks, sycamores top rankings of trees that mitigate effects of pollution, climate change

Hurricane Harvey Led to Poorer Physical, Mental Health Among Houston Adults

Hurricane Harvey had a significant impact on the mental and physical health of Houstonians, especially those living in areas that suffered the most structural damage, according to a new study from Rice University.

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Working Mothers Who Feel in Control of Schedule More Likely to Embrace Healthy Habits

A present-focused mindset made mothers more likely to maintain a feeling of control as demands on their time increased.

Preventing Life-Threatening Pediatric Condition Starts with Pandemic Safeguards

Early identification of children’s syndrome after COVID-19 infection is crucial, Rice researchers say

New Rice U. Research Finds Verbal Prompts Can Make Semi-Automated Driving Safer

Semi-automated cars are becoming increasingly common, but real dangers exist when technology fails and drivers don’t intervene.

¿Hablar Español O No? How Speaking Spanish on the Campaign Trail Helps Some Political Candidates but Hurts Others

Speaking Spanish on the campaign trail may seem like a good way to connect with some voters, but new research from Rice University finds it can actually hurt the chances of Hispanic candidates who aren’t native speakers.

Health Care Workers Need Better Training to Support Immigrants’ Mental Health Needs, Study Shows

As the immigrant population in the U.S. grows, so does the need for mental health care in the communities where they live — a problem spotlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rice Economist’s Research on School Choice Suggests Ways to Improve Experience for Students, Parents

For school-age students and their parents, school choice programs can be complicated and stressful. Research from Rice University economist YingHua

Flooding Exacerbates Pollution Exposure in At-Risk Urban Communities

Increased flooding in the U.S. is exposing more people to industrial pollution, especially in racially marginalized urban communities, according to new research from Rice University, New York University and Brown University.

Schneider Selected to Direct Religion and Public Life Program

Rachel Schneider has been named the new director of the Religion and Public Life Program (RPLP), which will now be housed in Rice University’s Boniuk Institute for Religious Tolerance.

Latino Families in US Without Legal Permission Suffered More Than Most During Pandemic, Study Finds

The COVID-19 pandemic caused a disproportionate amount of illness and death among Latino families lacking permanent legal status compared with the general U.S. population — and factors such as poverty, dangerous living conditions and lack of access to health care are to blame — according to a new study from Rice University.

Parents’ School Experiences Impact Where They Send Their Kids — and Can Exacerbate ‘White Flight’

The decision of where to send a child for their K-12 education is a big one. According to new research from Rice University sociologists, approximately one-third of parents in their Dallas-based study make the call based on their own experiences in the classroom.

People Are More Critical of Government When Family and Friends Are Hit by Natural Disasters

Whether they’re personally struck by or spared from natural disasters, people are more likely to distrust the government when their family and friends are victims, according to new research from Rice University.

Balancing Spousal Loss and Career Is a One-Two Punch for Health of Widowed Individuals

Coping with the loss of a spouse while dealing with the 9-to-5 grind can take a serious toll on the health of widows or widowers, according to new research from the Biobehavioral Mechanisms Explaining Disparities Lab (BMED) at Rice University.

Businesses Backing #Blacklivesmatter Are More Attractive to Workers, Have Better Bottom Lines

Businesses that offer public declarations of support for the Black community after violent events like the murder of George Floyd and other serious incidents are more attractive to prospective employees and have bigger bottom lines, according to new research from Rice University.

Why Some Latino Communities Fear the Covid-19 Vaccine, and What Can Be Done to Help

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, some people in medically underserved Latino communities avoided getting vaccinated due to fears of side effects, mistrust of health officials and vaccine manufacturers and discrimination from health care workers, according to a new study from Rice University.

Health Care Workers Need Better Training to Support Immigrants’ Mental Health Needs, Study Shows

As the immigrant population in the U.S. grows, so does the need for mental health care in the communities where they live — a problem spotlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Flooding Exacerbates Pollution Exposure in At-Risk Urban Communities

Increased flooding in the U.S. is exposing more people to industrial pollution, especially in racially marginalized urban communities, according to new research from Rice University, New York University and Brown University.

New Study of Racism Caught on Video Spotlights Hate Faced by Asians, Asian Americans Amid Pandemic

A new Rice University study showcases the severity of discriminatory behavior toward Asians and Asian Americans driven by the COVID-19 pandemic.