Rice Global's Initiatives & Partners
The Rice Global India Initiative and our strategic collaborations with illustrious university partners provide diverse resources to advance joint research and academic projects.
Rice Global India
Rice Global India is the university’s incubator for developing research and innovation partnerships as well as advanced educational exchange with diverse industries and academic communities throughout India. Based in Bengaluru, Rice Global India’s mission is to accelerate and develop research, innovation and entrepreneurial programs with a dynamic range of Indian partners.
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Collaborative Initiative
The Rice-IISc partnership focuses on advancing research through collaborative projects and funding opportunities, aiming to foster innovation and academic growth.
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) Collaborative Initiative
Launched in 2020, the Rice-IITK Collaborative Center in Kanpur fosters a thriving research environment for the development of long-term, cutting-edge research in global energy solutions.
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) Collaborative Initiative
Launched in 2025, the Rice-IITM partnership advances research, education, and global mobility through collaborative projects, fellowships, and institutional exchange.
University of Edinburgh Collaborative Initiative
The University of Edinburgh and Rice University have identified each other as strategic partners to foster deep collaborations in research and education.
Université PSL Strategic Partnership
In May 2024, Rice University and Université PSL signed an MOU and collaboration agreement, marking the beginning of a research partnership and commitment to furthering scientific discovery in these four key areas: Urban futures, Quantum technologies, Global health, and Energy transition.
Venice International University (VIU) Strategic Partnership
The partnership between Rice and VIU is set to deepen Rice’s commitment to international collaboration by giving students and faculty opportunities to learn and teach in Venice alongside peers from diverse cultures and disciplines.