US scientists show light can move atoms in 2D semiconductors
Light isn’t just illuminating materials anymore, it’s moving them. Scientists at Rice University have discovered that beams of…
New AI Tool Reveals Genetic Link Between Memory Cells and Alzheimer’s
Summary: A new computational tool developed by researchers has uncovered genetic evidence directly linking Alzheimer’s disease to the…
These 3 Houston-area universities made WalletHub’s 2026 top 10 best colleges in Texas
HOUSTON – With college-application deadlines fast approaching and tuition costs soaring, a new report is giving Texas students…
Light-vibration coupling opens new path for future electronics
Scientists have found a way to make atoms dance with light, quite literally. In certain crystals, vibrations called…
Quantum entanglement offers clues to nature’s fast energy flow
Photosynthesis and other natural processes depend on energy moving quickly and efficiently across molecules. When sunlight strikes a…
October 2025 Houston business and innovation events
Editor’s note: Houston’s October calendar is packed with informative and impactful events—plus a few fun ones, too. From…
University of Houston running back to face former teammates at Rice in rivalry game – Houston Public Media
Jordan Burgess/University of Houston Athletics The University of Houston’s Dean Connors runs the football during a game against…
5 Houston innovators and researchers to know August 2025
Editor’s note: Innovators hailing from both Rice University and University of Houston made headlines in August by developing…
Scientists Discover Strange New Quantum Behavior in Superconducting Material
Researchers confirmed active flat bands in a kagome superconductor, opening new possibilities for designing quantum materials and future…
Texans may lose clout in Washington if redistricting prevails
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