Transforming Discovery Into Impact

We advance research through ventures, technologies, and partnerships that shape what’s next.

Start the Process

Working on something new? We’re here to listen, guide next steps, and connect you with the right resources.

See What's Ready for Market

Browse available URI innovations – from ocean tech to life sciences – and discover opportunities for licensing, co-development, or collaboration.

Talk with Our Team

Have a question about disclosures, startups, or partnerships? We’ll point you in the right direction.

We Meet You Where You Are

Supporting innovators at every stage of the journey – from idea to application.

Just Starting Out

Have an idea, curious about entrepreneurship, or simply want to understand what’s possible?

Training & Resources

Commercialization Pathways

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Developing an Idea

Already shaping a concept, project, or technology? Whether you’re refining research results or testing a prototype.

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Disclosing an Innovation

Ready to disclose or protect your innovation?

Submit Your Invention

Discuss IP Strategy

Launching or Growing

Preparing to bring your innovation to market or grow a new venture? Tap into our startup support and partnerships.

Access Startup Resources

Find URI Startups

Learn more about Licensing

Partnering with URI

Looking to access innovation as an investor or collaborator?

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Find Access to Space and Facilities

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Start Here

Curious about commercialization, startup support, or collaboration? We’ll help you navigate the next step.

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Advancing Innovation at URI

At URI, ideas move from discovery to impact through interconnected stages that adapt to each project, opportunity, & outcome.

1. Impact & Renewal

Returns from commercialization support future research, translational programs, and innovations that generate public benefit.

2. Discovery & Research

New ideas and innovations emerge through research, exploration, and collaboration.

3. Disclosure & Evaluation

Promising ideas are shared and explored to better understand their potential paths forward.

4. IP Strategy & Protection

Intellectual property strategy is shaped to support future use, collaboration, and impact.

5. Development & Positioning

Ideas are refined and positioned to connect with real-world needs, users, and opportunities.

6. Licensing, Partnerships, & Ventures

URI Innovations engages with companies, startups, or collaborators to explore licensing, partnerships, or other pathways to use.

7. Impact & Renewal

Returns from commercialization support future research, translational programs, and innovations that generate public benefit.

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The Silicon Valley Of Underwater Technology

Discover how URI Innovations supports the growth of the “Silicon Valley of underwater technology,” driving innovation, partnerships, and commercialization in the blue economy.

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A Thriving Innovation Network, Rooted at URI

We’re growing an innovation network that connects research, entrepreneurship, and partnerships to deliver real-world impact—on campus, in Rhode Island, and beyond.

Metrics reflect cumulative innovation and commercialization activity at URI over the past decade.