URI Innovations Office Hours

Curious about innovation, entrepreneurship, or translating your research into real-world impact? Join us for URI Innovations Office Hours.
URI Innovations, part of the URI Research Foundation (URIRF), works with faculty, students, and researchers across URI to support research translation, intellectual property, industry partnerships, licensing, and startup formation — and to connect you with broader innovation and entrepreneurship resources across the university.
Office Hours are informal, drop-in sessions open to faculty, graduate students, postdocs, and students from any discipline. Whether you’re just starting to explore an idea or already working on an invention, collaboration, or startup, you’re welcome to stop by.
Topics may include:
Intellectual property (patents, copyrights, disclosures)
Research commercialization & technology transfer
Startup formation & entrepreneurship support
Licensing & industry partnerships
Upcoming URI Annual Technology Showcase
URI, URI Innovations, and regional innovation resources
“I have an idea — what should I do next?”
Members of the URI Innovations team will be available to answer questions. No preparation required. Just bring your questions and curiosity.
If you can’t make office hours – please feel free to join us at a future session or reach out anytime to set up a one-on-one meeting. We look forward to connecting.