University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island
Public University
Founded 1892
URI is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in ocean science, pharmaceuticals, and engineering.
18
Startups (5yr)
90
Patents Filed
68
Patents Issued
28
Licenses (5yr)
$4.5M
License Revenue
55
Partnerships
$0.2B
Research $
Research Focus Areas
Ocean Science
Marine biology and oceanography
Graduate School of Oceanography
Pharmaceuticals
Drug discovery and formulation
College of Pharmacy
Engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering
College of Engineering
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Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Tech Transfer Office
URI Research Office Technology Transfer
IP Portfolio Available
~75 technologies available for licensing
Ocean SciencePharmaceuticalsEngineering
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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