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
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
KINGSTON, R.I. – Aug. 12, 2026 – The University’s land- and sea-focused work was showcased last month for local legislators and municipal leaders, letting them see and hear up close all the ways URI research can serve their constituents. Many had visited campus before—as speakers, parents or program attendees—but the morning forum in July let […]
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
KINGSTON, R.I. – Aug 12, 2026 – A guiding principle of the University of Rhode Island’s College of Engineering is tracing a line directly from academia to real-world application. Last month that connection was made even stronger. FastFlowLM, founded by URI professor of computer engineering Ken Qing Yang and his former University of Rhode Island […]
Tue, 04 Aug 2026
WHAT: Rhode Island’s economic performance for June offers a glimmer of hope that the state’s recession may have ended, according to University of Rhode Island economist Leonard Lardaro. June’s Current Conditions Index value, of 58, not only improved from June’s 50 but it’s also the highest CCI recorded this year. It was also the third […]
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.
