At the University of Rhode Island, discovery drives change. Scientists are sharpening climate models and deepening our understanding of ocean currents. Visionary creative thinkers are reimagining the arts, making them more inclusive and accessible. Health experts are accelerating breakthrough therapies for a range of diseases.
Every day, URI researchers turn big ideas into meaningful impact—tackling today’s toughest challenges while unlocking tomorrow’s possibilities.
Latest stories
Tue, 07 Apr 2026
KINGSTON, R.I. — April 7, 2026 — University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy and George and Anne Ryan Institute of Neuroscience Assistant Professor Jaime Ross is taking her extensive research into the scourge of microplastics to the nation’s capital after being invited to join a nationwide $144 million program “to create the definitive toolbox […]
Tue, 07 Apr 2026
KINGSTON, R.I. – April 7, 2026 – The University of Rhode Island Department of Physics’ will host its fifth annual World Quantum Day event on Friday, April 10, on the Kingston Campus. The free event—open to both the public and the URI community—is part of an annual worldwide celebration of quantum science and technology, and […]
Mon, 06 Apr 2026
KINGSTON, R.I. – April 6, 2026 – Rhode Island’s salt marshes protect coastlines and provide critical habitat, but many are increasingly threatened by sea level rise and other environmental pressures. Madison Geraci, a Ph.D. student in evolution and marine biology at the University of Rhode Island, is studying organisms hidden within marsh sediments to better […]
Impacting exploration
Advancing breakthrough research
Scientists estimate that as much as 91% of marine species have yet to be classified, and more than 80% of the ocean is still unmapped and unexplored. Ocean engineering and oceanography professor Brennan Phillips developing next-generation technology to reveal some of the sea’s most fragile life-forms—and to push deep-sea discovery to depths previously unknown.
Impacting wellness
Solving the neuroscience puzzle
URI researchers are working to better diagnose, treat, and ultimately prevent neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. At the same time, they’re uncovering the factors that can help keep our brains healthier, longer.
Research by College
Across every college, URI faculty, students, and staff are advancing research and scholarship in the sciences, business, engineering, oceanography, education, and the arts.
