	EEB's Rudolf wins naturalist society's Young Investigators' Prize Volker Rudolf, assistant professor in ecology and evolutionary biology, has received the American Society of Naturalists' prestigious 2008 Young Investigators' Prize.
	Rice mourns loss of nuclear physicist Gordon Mutchler The Rice community is mourning the loss of Gordon Mutchler, professor of physics and astronomy, who died Aug. 15 from a heart attack at age 70.
	Rice lab finds molecular clues to Wilson disease Using a combination of computer simulations and cutting-edge lab experiments, physical biochemists at Rice University have discovered how a small genetic mutation -- which is known to cause Wilson disease -- subtly changes the structure of a large, complex protein that the body uses to keep copper from building up to toxic levels.
	Tiny creature is big subject for new Rice professor Nicholas Putnam, assistant professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, co-authored a study published this week in the journal Nature that breaks down the genetic code of the Trichoplax, a simple saltwater creature on e might find anywhere in the world, even in the common household aquarium.
	Rice University/Old Dominion study: Americans need to save paycheck-to-paycheck Americans are better at saving money when they set goals in the near future -- such as next month -- rather than the more distant future, according to a new study by researchers at Rice University and Old Dominion University. The study was presented this month at the annual convention of the American Psychological Association.
	Scholar/athlete shoots, scores Rice President's Fellowship Troy Ruths, named ESPN's College Division Academic All-American of the Year, will come to Rice this fall to begin his graduate studies in computer science.
	It's a service-filled summer vacation for soccer players Sophomore soccer players Kate Edwards and Elizabeth Nesbit know from their respective outreach experiences over the summer that a hot afternoon's soccer practice is nothing compared with the adverse conditions people in other parts of the world live with every day.
	Bill Kurtis to share his journey from journalist to entrepreneur at Rice Alliance Acclaimed documentary host and producer, Emmy-winning network news anchor and multimedia production company president Bill Kurtis has added grass-fed-cattle rancher and founder of Tallgrass Beef Company to his resume.
	Free-software activist to speak at Rice Aug. 26 Software developer and free-software activist Richard Stallman will speak at Rice University Aug. 26 at 3:30 p.m. about "Free Software in Ethics and in Practice." The speech will be in McMurtry Auditorium, Anne and Charles Duncan Hall, and a free reception will follow.
	Former Mexican foreign minister to speak at Baker Institute Former Mexican Foreign Minister Jorge Castañeda will speak at the James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy Aug. 28 on "Neighbors of Consequence: Mexico-U.S. Relations in the 21st Century." His lecture begins at 6:30 p.m.
	Lecture series explores the marriage of two disciplines Beginning this September, the Rice Design Alliance will present a four-part lecture series to discuss the evolving relationship between architects who design cutting-edge buildings and the engineers who make them possible.
	Rabin speaks on cryptography at Rice Michael Rabin, the Thomas J. Watson Professor of Computer Science at Harvard University, will present a lecture on "Practical, Provably Unbreakable Encryption" as part of the VISEN Center's Distinguished Lecture Series Aug. 27 at 4 p.m. in McMurtry Hall, Anne and Charles Duncan Hall.
	Glasscock School teams up to offer workshops for the community Rice University's Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies and the Financial Planning Association of Houston are hosting a Financial Fitness Workshop 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 4 on the Rice campus.
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Recent mentions of Rice University in the news media:
	Texas schools toast the debate, not young drinkers Rice President David Leebron, Jones College junior Matthew Broussard and Jones College senior Aleah Sommers are quoted in a front-page article on the Amethyst Initiative, a national campaign to encourage debate about lowering the minimum drinking age. Houston Chronicle (This article also appeared in CalibreMacroWorld.com.)
	Oil futures suddenly come back to life Amy Myers Jaffe, the Wallace S. Wilson Fellow in Energy Studies at the James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy, is quoted in an article on recent movements in the oil futures market. Houston Chronicle
	Rice professor named top innovator An article reports that Farinaz Koushanfar, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, has been named to MIT Technology Review magazine's list of the world's 35 top young innovators. Houston Business Journal
	Deep sea rig gives McCain oil platform Amy Myers Jaffe, the Wallace S. Wilson Fellow in Energy Studies at the James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy, is quoted in an article about the presidential candidates' views on offshore drilling. Dallas Morning News
	National Public Radio An article on Houston's music scene quotes Anthony Brandt, associate professor of composition and theory at the Shepherd School of Music and founder of Musiqa. Music by Karim Al-Zand, the Lynette S. Autrey Assistant Professor of Composition and Theory and vice president of Musiqa, is also featured.
	At Rice, a brawny welcome for freshmen A story about Rice's unique welcome for freshmen during O-Week is promoted with a photo on the front page of the Chronicle of Higher Education's Web site. The article quotes Rice President David Leebron; David Bailiff, head football coach; Robin Forman, dean of undergraduates; Jones College senior Bencil Smith; Wiess College junior Andrew Sendejo; Jones College sophomore Andrew McDermott; and incoming freshmen Rebba Moore, Grace Palmer, Ariele Gold and Rob Hoffman. A link to a slide show of photos accompanies the story. Chronicle of Higher Education
	Democrats party in Denver like it's 1908 Douglas Brinkley, professor of history and a fellow at the James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy, is quoted in an article comparing this year's Democratic National Convention in Denver to the one held in that city in 1908. NPR.org
	Carnatic and Western juxtaposed Anthony Brandt, associate professor of composition and theory, is mentioned in an article on the recent Swaralayam Arts Forum in Houston. The Hindu
	Scientists study genome of the Trichoplax An article about research on the Trichoplax genome quotes Nicholas Putnam, assistant professor of ecology and evolutionary biology. United Press International (This article also appeared on WebIndia123.com and Individual.com.)
	Green, greener, greenest An article on the growing sensitivity to environmental issues on college campuses mentions that Wiess College senior Roque Sanchez leads Rice's team in the Solar Decathlon, an international competition sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy. MSNBC Newsweek
	King speech to Obama speech: A dream realized? Chandler Davidson, the Radoslav A. Tsanoff Professor Emeritus of Public Affairs and Sociology, is quoted in an article comparing the racial climates faced by Sen. Barack Obama to that of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Macro World Investor
	A central place to meet and greet Brochstein Pavilion is featured in University Business Magazine's "Sense of Place" column. Rice President David Leebron is quoted. University Business
	Rice professor designs new building for Temple art school An article reports that Carlos Jimenez, professor of architecture, designed a new building for Temple University's Tyler School of Art. Chronicle of Higher Education
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