BIZARRE: Rice university - What They Never Told You

In 2023, Rice researchers flashed mixed waste plastic for about 4 seconds at 3,100 K; the process recovered up to 68% of its hydrogen at purities reaching 94% and produced graphene

A group of researchers has pioneered a groundbreaking technique that transforms landfill plastic into hydrogen gas, a valuable energy source. By employing flash Joule heating, this process effectively disintegrates plastic waste, resulting in a cleaner alternative for hydrogen production. Additionally, it produces graphene, a byproduct that can finance the hydrogen…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

Jordanian athlete missing status update: Rice University reveals where 24-year-old soccer player with cerebral palsy was found after his mysterious disappearance

Jordanian athlete missing update: The search for the Jordanian athlete missing from Rice University has ended after the 24-year-old soccer player with cerebral palsy was found safe in Illinois. Officials say he traveled there on his own, though the reason for his sudden departure remains under investigation and is yet…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

Texas Rice University students raise $1.85 million to build drone network for life-saving medical deliveries. Here's how it works

Seven Rice University engineering students have launched Haast Autonomous, a startup poised to revolutionize medical logistics. Securing $1.85 million, they're developing a drone network for rapid, secure delivery of critical supplies between hospitals. Their innovative VTOL aircraft and integrated software aim to overcome delays, ensuring faster access to life-saving treatments…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Pro-gambling interests fail to gain ground in Texas primaries as legislative roadblocks remain

Despite slow progress, casino empire Las Vegas Sands promised to continue investing in candidates who support bringing destination resort casinos to Texas.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 6

Nanoparticles and artificial intelligence can help researchers detect pollutants in water, soil and blood

Across the U.S., hundreds of sites on land or in lakes and rivers are heavily contaminated with hazardous waste produced by human activity. Many of these places, designated as Superfund sites by the Environmental Protection Agency, can be found in Houston, Texas, the city where my colleagues and I live…

The Conversation · Feb 27

Giant 'spiderwebs' on Mars contain tiny egg-like structures that scientists 'can't quite explain,' NASA rover reveals

New photos captured by NASA's Curiosity rover show that Mars' giant, spiderweb-like "boxwork" features are covered in tiny, never-before-seen nodules that bear a striking resemblance to arachnid eggs. And researchers are struggling to explain them.

LiveScience · Feb 26

Lack of Trump endorsement rocks GOP Senate primary in Texas

President Donald Trump is resisting appeals from national Republicans to endorse Texas Sen. John Cornyn in his critical primary next week.

Roll Call · Feb 23

Former Elon Musk lawyer emerges as frontrunner in GOP primary for Michael McCaul’s congressional seat

Ten Republicans, including Trump-endorsed attorney Chris Gober, are competing for the red-leaning 10th Congressional District in Central Texas.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 12

Texas labor unions are increasingly divided on which candidate to endorse for governor

Gov. Greg Abbott was endorsed by Texas Teamsters, a labor union that has historically supported Democrats. Other large unions still back his Democratic opponent.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 11

Former MLB player Mark Teixeira is heavy favorite in GOP primary to succeed Chip Roy in Congress

The former Texas Rangers first baseman has poured $2.5 million of his own money into the race and recently scooped up the key endorsement of President Donald Trump.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 10