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SUMMARY:Ideation Table
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and learn about our Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs!\nSnacks provided!
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/ideation-table/
LOCATION:The Fascitelli Center for Advance Engineering\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Toray Commons)
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SUMMARY:Ideation Studio Pitch Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/ideation-studio-pitch-night/
LOCATION:Beaupre Center for Chemical & Forensic Sciences\, 140 Flagg Rd\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 105)
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SUMMARY:RI-Pitch: Pitch Your Startup. Make Your Mark.
DESCRIPTION:Rhode Island’s premier annual pitch event brings together the region’s most promising entrepreneurs for a fast-paced\, high-energy showcase of bold ideas. \nWatch as 12 selected startups take the stage — 3 minutes to pitch\, 2 minutes of Q&A\, and one big opportunity to stand out. \nJoin us at URI to pitch your startup\, receive feedback from expert judges\, and connect with founders\, investors\, and innovation leaders. \nWhere Innovation Meets Opportunity.Your gateway to Rhode Island’s thriving startup ecosystem. \nLocation: URI Pharmacy Building (PHMC) 41 Lower College Road\, Kingston\, RI. It is the Ernest Mario ’63\, ’66 3D Visualization Auditorium \nRegister to attend or pitch: https://rihub.org/ri-pitch/
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/ri-pitch-pitch-your-startup-make-your-mark/
LOCATION:41 Lower College Rd\, Kingston\, RI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T100000
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SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Train-the-Trainer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join URI Innovations for a SBIR/STTR Train-the-Trainer Session—a focused\, 90-minute workshop designed to equip you with the tools to better support innovators navigating federal grant funding.Register Here: https://forms.zohopublic.com/rihub/form/SBIRSTTRTrainTheTrainerEvent/formperma/8Gf0z97sWtd7KZLMvSMxquDXmtUdESdREhAuhE5hpd4
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/sbir-sttr-train-the-trainer-session/
LOCATION:Bliss Hall\, 1 Lippitt Rd\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 240)
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SUMMARY:PATH: Inside Business Development
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about what it takes to lead a cutting-edge biotech company? Do you want to learn how a Rhode Island education can serve as a launchpad for global innovation? \nNucleate RI is proud to present PATH: Inside Business Development\, a fireside chat featuring Dr. Kevin Bian\, CEO of Daybreak Pharmaceuticals. \nThis session offers a unique opportunity to hear from a URI graduate who is now redefining the oncology landscape in Cambridge\, MA. Whether you are passionate about the science of DNA repair or the business strategy behind life-saving medicines\, Dr. Bian’s journey provides an inspiring blueprint for the next generation of biotech leaders. \nEvent Details\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, April 30 \n\n\nTime: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT \n\n\nLocation: 15 Lippitt Rd\, South Kingstown\, RI \n\n\nGuest: Dr. Kevin Bian\, CEO of Daybreak Pharmaceuticals \n\n\nModerator: Joe Inger (Brown Medical Student) \n\n\nRSVP Today: Space is limited. Please register at the link below to secure your spot: https://luma.com/wmfnwd82\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/path-inside-business-development/
LOCATION:15 Lippitt Rd\, 2096 Kingstown Rd\, Kingston\, RI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
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SUMMARY:URI Innovations Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Curious about innovation\, entrepreneurship\, or translating your research into real-world impact? Join us for URI Innovations Office Hours.\nURI 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.\nOffice 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.\nTopics may include:\nIntellectual property (patents\, copyrights\, disclosures)\nResearch commercialization & technology transfer\nStartup formation & entrepreneurship support\nLicensing & industry partnerships\nUpcoming URI Annual Technology Showcase\nURI\, URI Innovations\, and regional innovation resources\n“I have an idea — what should I do next?”\nMembers of the URI Innovations team will be available to answer questions. No preparation required. Just bring your questions and curiosity.\nIf 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.
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/uri-innovations-office-hours/
LOCATION:Carlotti Administration Building\, 75 Lower College Rd\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 201)
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SUMMARY:I-Corps Info Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:From Lab to Impact – join us for an info session on the New England Region Spark Program\, May 6th from 4-4:30 pm.  \n\n\nProgram Overview & Benefits: Learn what to expect from the I-Corps short course and how it supports your transition from lab to market. \n\n\nLive Q&A: Get your specific questions answered during a closing session with our team. \n\n\nRegister for the info session
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/i-corps-info-session-virtual/
LOCATION:RI
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SUMMARY:MIT Initiative for Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Are you working on research that could redefine the future of manufacturing? \nThe MIT Initiative for New Manufacturing (INM) and the NSF I-Corps New England Hub are inviting New England-based students and postdocs to showcase their work at a premier Research Showcase & Prize Competition on May 7\, 2026\, held at MIT. \nThis event is not a traditional academic poster session or an investor pitch. It is a high-impact platform designed to help you transition early-stage research into a future commercial vision. \nWhy you should participate: \nSignificant Funding: Compete for a share of $50K in total prizes\, with individual awards of up to $20K. This is 100% non-dilutive translational funding to help kickstart your technology. \nIndustry & Ecosystem Exposure: Get your work in front of people\, industry and organizations that can help support you with your first steps in translating early-stage research from your lab to impact. \nBroad Eligibility: We are looking for innovation in anything related to manufacturing.  From advanced materials\, novel processes\, AI/ML for design\, space-based production\, and more. If your work impacts how things are designed or made\, you are likely eligible. \nEvent Details: \nDate: May 7\, 2026 (during INM’s inaugural Manufacturing Week) \nLocation: MIT Campus \nFormat: Poster session\, invited talks\, awards ceremony\, and networking. \nTravel support may be available for teams outside Boston/Cambridge area \nFlyer attached. \nVisit the Website for info: https://inm.mit.edu/showcase/ \nAPPLY – LINK TO APPLICATION
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/mit-initiative-for-manufacturing/
LOCATION:Stata Center Swale\, 6 Vassar St\, Cambridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitch Event / Demo Day
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SUMMARY:Summer Ideation Studio Session
DESCRIPTION:The Summer 2026 session will follow an accelerated format\, running May 12\, 13\, 14\, 19\, 20\, and 21 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day. This immersive experience is designed to help participants rapidly develop\, test\, and refine their ideas in a highly collaborative environment. \nParticipants will engage in customer discovery\, venture development\, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders — building the skills\, confidence\, and momentum needed to bring ideas to life.
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/summer-ideation-studio-session/
LOCATION:The Fascitelli Center for Advance Engineering\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 125)
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SUMMARY:NEMIC Spring Pitch Event 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 2026 NEMIC Spring Pitch Night\, featuring 5-minute pitches from our 2026 NEMIC Accelerator\, alongside showcase tables and networking over bites & bevs! NEMIC invites you to come experience the best Rhode Island has to offer in MedTech + HealthTech\, as participants present their innovations in softball pitch-style format. Plus\, explore additional tables from sponsors and service providers within our local innovation ecosystem. \nRegister Here:  https://lnkd.in/eCQHwbRZ
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/nemic-spring-pitch-event-2026/
LOCATION:CIC Providence\, 225 Dyer St\, Providence\, RI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Ideation Studio Session
DESCRIPTION:The Summer 2026 session will follow an accelerated format\, running May 12\, 13\, 14\, 19\, 20\, and 21 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day. This immersive experience is designed to help participants rapidly develop\, test\, and refine their ideas in a highly collaborative environment. \nParticipants will engage in customer discovery\, venture development\, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders — building the skills\, confidence\, and momentum needed to bring ideas to life.
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/summer-ideation-studio-session-2/
LOCATION:The Fascitelli Center for Advance Engineering\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 125)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T140000
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SUMMARY:Summer Ideation Studio Session
DESCRIPTION:The Summer 2026 session will follow an accelerated format\, running May 12\, 13\, 14\, 19\, 20\, and 21 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day. This immersive experience is designed to help participants rapidly develop\, test\, and refine their ideas in a highly collaborative environment. \nParticipants will engage in customer discovery\, venture development\, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders — building the skills\, confidence\, and momentum needed to bring ideas to life.
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/summer-ideation-studio-session-3/
LOCATION:The Fascitelli Center for Advance Engineering\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 125)
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SUMMARY:SIBR/STTR Train the Trainer Event
DESCRIPTION:This event is for community members and potential applicants for grants and is made possible with support from Rhode Island Commerce and STAC.   \n \nEvent details:  \n \nDate: May 18th\, 2026 \n \nTime: 1:00 to 5:00 \n \n  \n \nLocation: \n \nInnovate Newport \n \n513 Broadway \n \nNewport\, RI 02840 \n \n  \n \nYou can sign up for this event at the link below: \n \nhttps://zfrmz.com/MArd2raVik2ftnDevjsG
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/sibr-sttr-train-the-trainer-event/
LOCATION:Innovate Newport\, 513 Broadway\, Newport\, RI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Ideation Studio Session
DESCRIPTION:The Summer 2026 session will follow an accelerated format\, running May 12\, 13\, 14\, 19\, 20\, and 21 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day. This immersive experience is designed to help participants rapidly develop\, test\, and refine their ideas in a highly collaborative environment. \nParticipants will engage in customer discovery\, venture development\, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders — building the skills\, confidence\, and momentum needed to bring ideas to life.
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/summer-ideation-studio-session-4/
LOCATION:The Fascitelli Center for Advance Engineering\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 125)
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SUMMARY:Summer Ideation Studio Session
DESCRIPTION:The Summer 2026 session will follow an accelerated format\, running May 12\, 13\, 14\, 19\, 20\, and 21 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day. This immersive experience is designed to help participants rapidly develop\, test\, and refine their ideas in a highly collaborative environment. \nParticipants will engage in customer discovery\, venture development\, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders — building the skills\, confidence\, and momentum needed to bring ideas to life.
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/summer-ideation-studio-session-5/
LOCATION:The Fascitelli Center for Advance Engineering\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 125)
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SUMMARY:Summer Ideation Studio Session
DESCRIPTION:The Summer 2026 session will follow an accelerated format\, running May 12\, 13\, 14\, 19\, 20\, and 21 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day. This immersive experience is designed to help participants rapidly develop\, test\, and refine their ideas in a highly collaborative environment. \nParticipants will engage in customer discovery\, venture development\, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders — building the skills\, confidence\, and momentum needed to bring ideas to life.
URL:https://uriinnovations.org/event/summer-ideation-studio-session-6/
LOCATION:The Fascitelli Center for Advance Engineering\, Kingston\, RI 02881\, USA (Room 125)
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