David Sholl

Executive Vice President for Research at @RiceUniversity

[Reginald DesRoches @RDesRoches]

Grateful to join a timely conversation in D.C. Tuesday on how universities are navigating today’s challenges — from endowment spending to enrollment growth and student success. Proud to represent Rice in discussion with Sandy Baum of @urbaninstitute and @NealMcCluskey of @CatoInstitute, with Ian Wilhelm of the @chronicle guiding the event.

[Rice University @RiceUniversity]

Houston has a rare opportunity to shape the future of brain health.

With its unmatched research strength and global investment, the region could become the world leader in dementia research.

Rice Provost @adittmar outlines the path forward: https://t.co/MJVMY346HJ

[David Sholl @VPforResearch]

Lydia is also the only @RiceUniversity faculty to be a member of all three national academies as well as the @americanacad — a quadruple threat. We are so proud of @LydiaKavraki's monumental accomplishment.

[Rice University Computer Science @RiceCompSci]

We are very proud to announce @LydiaKavraki's election to the National Academy of Sciences. She now has the rare distinction of having been elected to all three national academies: @theNAEng, @NationalAcademyofMed @theNAMedicine & @theNASciences. 👏👏👏

https://t.co/4F7MT1Z1dJ

[The Welch Foundation @WelchFoundation]

Endowed Chair and the D.R. Bullard- Welch Foundation Professor of Science at @RiceUniversity Peter Wolynes along with researchers have made a groundbreaking advancement in artificial intelligence, providing a pivotal insight into the perplexing mechanisms of neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. The research team has unveiled a computational method called RibbonFold. This sophisticated tool provides a detailed framework for predicting the structures of amyloids, which are the problematic protein aggregates forming in the brains of affected individuals. https://t.co/AyVYRvqS4c

[Amy Byers Dittmar @adittmar]

Congratulations to @RiceUniversity’s Karen Lozano and Eduardo Salas on their election last week to the @americanacad! Their election shows the profound impact of their research on society and the breadth of the excellence at Rice. 🦉💫🔵 https://t.co/7pTQlPwpXp

[Rice University @RiceUniversity]

Explore the spring edition of Rice Magazine for an inside look at groundbreaking research at Rice. This issue highlights the transformative power of discovery, showcasing how Rice’s research efforts lead to real-world, life-changing results.

🔗 https://t.co/fhtFUCmoKL

[Baker Institute Center for Energy Studies @CES_Baker_Inst]

With world-class geology, sunshine & engineering, the Gulf should be a clean #hydrogen powerhouse 🌍⚡ But as @JimKrane of @BakerInstitute shows, weak demand stalls investment. Can #GCC governments kickstart the sector? Policy ideas here: https://t.co/oc8V14oB24 #EnergyTransition

[David Sholl @VPforResearch]

This research, led by @RiceUniversity's Chenglong Duan and Brandon Schmandt along with collaborators, provides new insight into how magma, volatiles and fluids move within Earth’s crust.

Their work changed the entire understanding of @YellowstoneNPS's magma system.

[People @people]

Giant ‘Magma Cap’ Discovered Under Yellowstone National Park Likely Plays Critical Role in Preventing Huge Volcanic Eruption https://t.co/w56PkbaqYi

[Rice University @RiceUniversity]

An innovative student app aims to boost well-being and build stronger social connections. https://t.co/AK8TGVBV4v

[Rice University Bioengineering @Rice_BIOE]

Congratulations to @Rice_BIOE faculty member and @RiceNeuro researcher @JerzySzablowski, who was named the first recipient of The Dr. Joe G. Hollyfield New Investigator Award for Macular Degeneration Research by @_BrightFocus. An outstanding recognition of his work!

[Rice Alumni @ricealumni]

From pioneering wind farms in Morocco to negotiating global climate accords, Andy Karsner '89 has built a career around sustainable energy. Read Rice Magazine's interview with him at https://t.co/82yBD6H3Bc.

[National Academy of Sciences @theNASciences]

Accepting the 2025 NAS Award in Chemical Sciences is #NASmember Peter G. Wolynes of @RiceUniversity, recognized for breakthrough contributions that enhance our understanding of protein structure dynamics and function. #NASaward #NAS162

Watch live: https://t.co/VAHaEKv9Wb

[David Sholl @VPforResearch]

This is what research dollars fund: @veiseho and his team have created an implant no larger than a pinhead, capable of rallying the body's immune system to combat some of the most stubborn cancers — melanoma, pancreatic, and colorectal tumors.

[Rice University @RiceUniversity]

A tiny device. A huge breakthrough. Rice researchers are changing the future of cancer treatment. https://t.co/ZUQp93Fg1r

[Rice Engineering and Computing @RiceEngineering]

Global innovation took center stage at @RiceUniversity at the @rice360glht 15th annual Undergraduate Design Competition with 22 teams from 18 universities across 8 countries. Congrats to the winners and great work all! Read more: https://t.co/HIPXdzJKQk #SolvingforGreaterGood

[Reginald DesRoches @RDesRoches]

🎓 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🎓
Join us in celebrating Sophianne Loh, a standout @Rice_BIOE senior from Chicago, as she graduates from Rice! From her first year, Sophianne immersed herself in critical research, contributing to the development of wearable ECG biosensors for infants in neonatal intensive care. Her dedication extended beyond the lab through her leadership in the Society of Women Engineers, where she mentored fellow students and championed professional growth. Sophianne's journey at Rice exemplifies the fusion of curiosity, technical prowess and a commitment to making a difference in the world.​
#RiceUniversity #ClassOf2025 #Bioengineering #WomenInSTEM #SeniorSpotlight

[Amy Byers Dittmar @adittmar]

Rice is creating a hub for defining responsible AI use and understanding its impact. The Building a Responsible AI Future symposium brings together voices from across disciplines to help us ask the right questions when leveraging AI solutions. https://t.co/nUfj7Q4IZu

[Rice University @RiceUniversity]

“It's first and foremost about expanding access, and redefining what it means to be elite, which is not about being exclusive.” — @RDesRoches

Rice University is excited to grow in ways that expand access, elevate opportunity, and redefine excellence.

[Rice Neuroengineering Initiative @RiceNeuro]

Congratulations to @Rice_BIOE faculty and @RiceNeuro researcher @JerzySzablowski for being the inaugural recipient of The Dr. Joe G. Hollyfield New Investigator Award for Macular Degeneration Research from @_BrightFocus. (More)

[David Sholl @VPforResearch]

Congrats to @RiceUniversity professor @DominicBoyer on receiving a 2025 Guggenheim Fellowship! A leading figure in energy humanities, Boyer is also co-director of Rice's new Center for Coastal Futures and Adaptive Resilience.

Read more in @RiceUNews:

https://t.co/RiIOb2HMKT

[Reginald DesRoches @RDesRoches]

TARGETED CANCER BREAKTHROUGH 🎯 @RiceUniversity researchers have developed a tiny implant that delivers immunotherapy directly to tumors — showing promising results against melanoma, pancreatic and colorectal cancers. This innovation could change the future of cancer treatment. Learn more: https://t.co/w0LD2XDEjT
#RiceUniversity #CancerResearch #Innovation #Immunotherapy