Rice University Electrical & Computer Engineering

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Rice Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is: Rewiring the Brain. Faculty RockStars (Really). Invisibility Cloaks. Curing Epilepsy. Fighting Parkinson. Modifying Memory to treat PTSD. Reading and Writing Brain Activity. Oil Reservoir Exploration. Curing Cancer. Wireless to the Underserved. Breaking World Records. http://www.ece.rice.edu/WhatIsECE/

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n the world, shown by the number of publications and accolades attributed to them, in addition to the amount of funding they receive. In turn, they inspire productive, happy students – the happiest in the nation, according to the Princeton Review. Together, our faculty and students advance the state-of-the-art in a broad set of disciplines spanning and redefining the limits of ECE. Rice ECE offers B.A., B.S., M.S./Ph.D., Ph.D., M.E.E., and joint M.E.E./M.B.A. degrees in a dynamic learning environment. We educate engineers and scientists who go on to be leaders in academia, industry and government, where they redefine the limits of technology. Students in all programs have the opportunity to participate in research. In addition, our undergraduates have the benefit of the Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen, a state-of-the-art design laboratory for Rice science and engineering undergraduate students. The scope of our interdisciplinary research collaborations is virtually unmatched. Rice ECE is globally known for extensive reach across disciplines, including: designing next-generation wireless networks; nanophotonics; terahertzlaser spectroscopy; digital systems processing; neuroengineering; and a plethora of other interests. We have a strong research relationship with government and industry. Research awards have climbed steadily, with annual research expenditures near $700,00 per faculty member. Rice centers and groups continue to win vital support from government agencies and industry partners. Our location in Houston, Texas, provides unique opportunities. NASA, the energy industry, and the largest medical center in the world, Texas Medical Center, are all a short distance from our campus. In June 2014, the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship was named #1 of all university business incubators for the second year in a row, and the OwlSpark Startup Accelerator is a valuable resource for both undergraduate and graduate students to gain experience as entrepreneurs. Many of our students have gone on to found start-ups thanks in large part to the skills they acquired at Rice. At Rice ECE, we challenge our students to redefine their own limits. Should you choose Rice for your education, you will be taught to think creatively and will be part of our network of knowledge. Regardless of your interests and goals, you will find others that share your passion. We invite you to learn more about Rice University and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering by finding us on social media and checking our website frequently to stay in touch with the exciting and groundbreaking achievements that happen daily in our ECE community.

Building connections before classes even begin. We are proud to have participated in the 2026 Faculty Fair for the Rice ...
08/04/2026

Building connections before classes even begin.

We are proud to have participated in the 2026 Faculty Fair for the Rice Emerging Scholars Program (RESP), an innovative summer bridge program that helps incoming STEM students build the academic foundation, confidence and community they'll carry throughout their Rice journey.

Professor Robert LiKamWa introduced scholars to the exciting possibilities of electrical and computer engineering through interactive demonstrations from his research, giving students a firsthand look at how engineering can shape the future.

We're also incredibly proud of our own ECE students, Graciela Lara ('27) and Timauri-Lee Carby (B.S. '26), who served as RESP student leaders this summer, helping mentor and support the next generation of Rice engineers.

Thank you to everyone who made this year's program such a success. We can't wait to welcome these future Owls to campus this fall!

Groundbreaking research from Rice University is gaining international recognition in Physics World.A new feature highlig...
06/26/2026

Groundbreaking research from Rice University is gaining international recognition in Physics World.

A new feature highlights PrecisionView, an affordable AI-powered handheld endomicroscope developed by researchers at Rice University that has the potential to transform early cancer detection, particularly in low-resource healthcare settings.

We’re proud to see Ashok Veeraraghavan, Rebecca Richards-Kortum, Huaya Hou, Jimin Wu and other collaborators leading innovative work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computational imaging and healthcare technology — advancing solutions with the potential for real-world global impact.

Congratulations to the research team for pushing the boundaries of engineering innovation and expanding access to life-saving diagnostics.

Read more: https://physicsworld.com/a/affordable-ai-powered-endomicroscope-lines-up-for-early-cancer-detection/

Recognition at the highest level.Rice ECE congratulates Nakul Garg on earning the 2026 ACM SIGMOBILE Doctoral Dissertati...
06/25/2026

Recognition at the highest level.

Rice ECE congratulates Nakul Garg on earning the 2026 ACM SIGMOBILE Doctoral Dissertation Award, a distinguished honor recognizing exceptional doctoral research and innovation in mobile computing.

We are excited to see members of our community continue advancing technologies that shape the future of computing and communication.

Read more: https://engineering.rice.edu/news/nakul-garg-receives-2026-acm-sigmobile-dissertation-award

What if the walls around you could become part of a machine’s vision system?Researchers from Rice ECE and collaborators ...
06/10/2026

What if the walls around you could become part of a machine’s vision system?

Researchers from Rice ECE and collaborators have developed a new approach that turns ordinary matte surfaces into a "virtual screen," helping machines capture highly accurate 3D images of complex environments that include both shiny and matte objects.

The breakthrough could improve machine vision for applications ranging from autonomous vehicles and robotics to manufacturing and medical imaging.

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Rice researchers and collaborators developed a computational imaging method that uses a laser and a high-speed camera to capture complex scenes in three dimensions with exceptional speed and accuracy.

Big ideas, real-world impact. 🔬⚡Researchers at Rice University and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are...
05/13/2026

Big ideas, real-world impact. 🔬⚡

Researchers at Rice University and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are advancing the future of early cancer detection with PrecisionView, an AI-powered handheld microscope designed to help clinicians spot cancer earlier and more accurately in real time. Led in part by Rice ECE Chair Ashok Veeraraghavan, the technology combines advanced optics and artificial intelligence to expand imaging capabilities and improve access to lifesaving diagnostics.

This is a powerful example of how innovation in electrical and computer engineering is driving breakthroughs at the intersection of healthcare, AI and imaging.

Read more about this exciting research:

Researchers at Rice and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have developed a compact, artificial intelligence-powered imaging device that could transform how clinicians detect cancer.

From national conferences to hands-on industry experiences, our undergraduate students in Rice University Electrical and...
05/13/2026

From national conferences to hands-on industry experiences, our undergraduate students in Rice University Electrical and Computer Engineering are taking their learning beyond the classroom. 🌎⚡

Our new Student Spotlight page highlights the conferences, competitions, and professional events our students have attended — and shares their reflections on what they learned along the way this year.

Hear directly from our students about the experiences shaping their academic and professional journeys:

Fostering diversity and an intellectual environment, Rice University is a comprehensive research university located on a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas. Rice produces the next generation of leaders and advances tomorrow’s thinking.

Congratulations to Rice ECE seniors Mitchell Hoffman, Thomas Pickell, Yilan Ren, Kaan Yilmaz, and Justin Zia for earning...
05/11/2026

Congratulations to Rice ECE seniors Mitchell Hoffman, Thomas Pickell, Yilan Ren, Kaan Yilmaz, and Justin Zia for earning the Bill Wilson Prize for Best Electrical and Computer Engineering Design for their senior design team, BEAMFORM! 👏

This prestigious award recognizes the department’s top senior design project and honors the legacy of Dr. Bill Wilson—a beloved professor, mentor and champion of student success whose impact on Rice ECE continues to inspire generations.

We are proud to celebrate Mitchell, Thomas, Yilan, Kaan and Justin on this outstanding achievement and the innovation, collaboration and technical excellence demonstrated through BEAMFORM.

From AI and embedded systems to robotics and advanced computing applications, Rice University students in the Master of ...
05/07/2026

From AI and embedded systems to robotics and advanced computing applications, Rice University students in the Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering (MECE) program are developing innovative solutions through their capstone projects.

We’re excited to launch a new webpage showcasing these projects and highlighting the creativity, technical expertise and real-world impact of our MECE students.

Explore the site to learn more about the projects, the teams behind them and how Rice ECE students are preparing to lead the future of technology and engineering.

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Fostering diversity and an intellectual environment, Rice University is a comprehensive research university located on a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas. Rice produces the next generation of leaders and advances tomorrow’s thinking.

🎉 Celebrating excellence in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rice Engineering!Congratulations to our outstanding s...
04/29/2026

🎉 Celebrating excellence in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rice Engineering!

Congratulations to our outstanding students recognized in this year’s Engineering Student Awards:

👏Emma Berdou (B.S., Class of 2027) — REA Outstanding Student Award
👏Haoming Chen (B.S., Class of 2027) — Louise J. Walsh Scholarship
👏Julieta Nava-Granados (Ph.D., Class of 2029) — REA Travel Grant
👏Lee Guiberson (B.S., Class of 2028) — Louise J. Walsh Scholarship
👏Maria Herrera(B.S., Class of 2028) — Louise J. Walsh Scholarship
👏Nicholas Hu (B.S., Class of 2027) — Chevron Scholarship
👏Daniel Kim (B.S., Class of 2028) — Louise J. Walsh Scholarship
👏Edwin Low (B.S., Class of 2026) — REA Research Excellence Award
👏Leo Marek (B.S., Class of 2026) — REA Outstanding Student Award
👏Anderson Roy Phillips (Ph.D., Class of 2026) — REA Travel Grant
👏Ekam Singh (B.S., Class of 2026) — Louise J. Walsh Scholarship
👏Yiran Sun (Ph.D., Class of 2027) — REA Travel Grant
👏Issy Tsai (B.S., Class of 2028) — Louise J. Walsh Scholarship
👏Giovanna Veras (B.S. , Class of 2026) — REA Leadership Excellence Award
👏Kushal Vyas (Ph.D., Class of 2028) — Hershel M. Rich Invention Award
👏Jing Wang (Ph.D., Class of 2027) — REA Travel Grant
👏Justin Xia (B.S., Class of 2026) — REA Leadership Excellence Award
👏Luna Zhou(B.S., Class of 2028) — Louise J. Walsh Scholarship
👏Haolin Zhu (B.S., Class of 2027) — Chevron Scholarship

These recognitions reflect the depth of talent, leadership, and innovation within the ECE community. We’re proud to see our students honored for their academic excellence, research impact, and contributions across Rice Engineering.

Fostering diversity and an intellectual environment, Rice University is a comprehensive research university located on a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas. Rice produces the next generation of leaders and advances tomorrow’s thinking.

🚀 Driving innovation at the intersection of engineering and medicineThe Houston Methodist–Rice Digital Health Institute ...
04/22/2026

🚀 Driving innovation at the intersection of engineering and medicine

The Houston Methodist–Rice Digital Health Institute (HMRDHI) recently hosted its inaugural High-Impact Industry Collaboration Day—bringing together leading clinicians, engineers and industry partners to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in digital health.

From curated matchmaking sessions to real-world clinical insights, the event highlighted how intentional collaboration can accelerate the translation of research into meaningful patient outcomes. By connecting academic expertise with industry innovation, HMRDHI is helping move breakthrough technologies from the lab to real-world application.

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HMRDHI co-directors, Ashutosh Sabharwal (left) and Khurram Nasir (right), welcoming attendees to the HMRDHI Industry Translation Day.

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