Here, you'll find answers to some of the most common questions about the ENRICH Office. Whether you're a faculty member or staff, our FAQs are designed to provide you with the information you need to understand how ENRICH can support your research and educational endeavors.

If you have any additional questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us at enrich@rice.edu. We also encourage you to explore our website and sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on the latest resources, opportunities, and events.

About the Office

What is ENRICH?

Established in 2016, ENRICH facilitates programs, maintains relationships and advises the Rice Provost on opportunities to develop and expand research collaborations and educational partnerships between Rice University and health-related institutions of the Texas Medical Center (TMC). The office supports faculty with targeted resources to foster health-related research collaborations and supports department administrative staff with resources for external internship and research experiences for Rice students in TMC.

Who are the partners of ENRICH within the Texas Medical Center?

ENRICH partners with health-related institutions within the Texas Medical Center, including:

• Baylor College of Medicine
• Houston Methodist
• Memorial Hermann
• MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Texas Children’s Hospital
• UTHealth Schools and Administration
• The University of Texas Medical Branch

How can I get involved with ENRICH?

Faculty and department administrative staff interested in receiving assistance from ENRICH can reach out to the office at enrich@rice.edu for personalized support regarding their needs. We also invite you to check our website and sign up for our newsletter for more information on available resources, networking and funding opportunities, and upcoming events.

Faculty Support

How does ENRICH support Rice faculty?

ENRICH promotes faculty engagement and strengthens research collaborations with targeted resources. The office provides exceptional service and support to Rice faculty across all disciplines, guiding them in building formal relationships with specialists at TMC to identify research partners.

ENRICH also works closely with and provides administrative support to Rice institutes, centers, initiatives, and executive leadership to facilitate research. The office has actively supported faculty directors in the creation of joint initiatives across TMC.

If you need direct assistance, contact us at enrich@rice.edu

Research

How does ENRICH promote interdisciplinary research?

ENRICH promotes interdisciplinary research by serving as a bridge between Rice University and the health-related institutions of TMC. It facilitates collaboration across disciplines by fostering and building partnerships, providing administrative support, offering seed funding and hosting events.

What fields of research does ENRICH support?

ENRICH supports health-related research and collaboration in a wide range of fields including cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, cardiovascular health, neuroscience and neurotechnology, behavioral health, digital health and AI, general surgery, robotics, imaging, and nursing.

How does ENRICH fund research?

ENRICH offers funding opportunities to support health-related research through the implementation and facilitation of seed grant programs within Rice and with partner institutions from TMC. In addition, ENRICH assists with the administrative aspects of the seed grant process, including calls for proposals, the review process, and more. For current funding opportunities, please click here.

Education

How does ENRICH contribute to educational collaborations?

Thanks to interinstitutional agreements between Rice University and the health-related institutions of the Texas Medical Center (TMC), Rice students can take part in research or internship experiences at the world’s largest medical complex. ENRICH provides resources to faculty and department administrative staff to assist in student placement in the TMC.

For more information, please visit https://enrich.rice.edu/educational-initiatives