401TB Insights & Successes

401 Tech BRidge Insights & Successes

401 Tech Bridge Announces Leadership Appointments and Interstate/International Program Initiatives Strategic Moves Are Designed to Fuel Innovation and Technology Commercialization Activities in Rhode Island and Beyond 401 Tech Bridge, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing innovation and facilitating the commercialization of groundbreaking technologies, has announced two significant leadership appointments and two new program partnerships. The moves support the 401 Tech......

12 December, 2023

THANK YOU to all who attended our Fall Technology Showcase. About 100 local researchers, inventors, and representatives were in attendance for a technology showcase highlighting some of the latest developments in Blue Technology.  Organizations such as Naval Undersea Warfare Center, NASA Tech Transfer Office, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and the University of Rhode Island presented to a roomful of attendees......

25 October, 2023

This summer, high school students from all over New England participated in the Undersea Technology Apprenticeship Program (UTAP) at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport. 401 Tech Bridge is proud to support this hands-on skill building experience, that has h students working directly alongside engineers to solve real world problems.  The internship program has students designing and building......

15 August, 2023

University of Rhode Island Research Foundation Awarded a $2.4M Grant to Launch “RISE-UP” Initiative, Catalyzing Blue Economy Dual-Use Entrepreneurship & Innovation The University of Rhode Island Research Foundation (URIRF) has been awarded a $2.4 million grant by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) to develop and advance blue economy, marine and energy technologies and opportunities that strengthen the Rhode Island’s......

15 June, 2023

In April 2023, we hosted over 100 local researchers, inventors, and representatives from NUWC, local companies, and universities for a technology showcase highlighting some of the latest developments in Blue Technology. It was an excellent opportunity to connect & learn more about some of the exciting projects underway at NUWC Newport. See below for links to the various inventions &......

27 April, 2023

At 401 Tech Bridge, we are focused on bringing technology advancements to market as we support businesses in our region. We are proud of our accomplishments in 2022 and we look forward to expanding on our progress in 2023.   Download the summary...

21 February, 2023

What Is the US Navy Challenge: Ocean Floor Sediment Collection Device? The US Navy seeks designs for an automated, inexpensive, underwater sediment collection device for operation in the epipelagic zone of the ocean to a depth of 200 meters. The device must be capable of operation attached to a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) or by a diver with minimal manual......

17 June, 2022

Graphene Composites (GC) is a world leader in nanomaterials engineering. With roots that extend from the United Kingdom to Providence, Rhode Island, the team applies its nanotechnology expertise to a wide range of applications and technical challenges, developing revolutionary solutions in health, protection, composites, and energy industries. Led by former Rhode Islander Sandy Chen, CEO, and Dr. Steve Devine, CTO,......

21 December, 2021

Eric Goetz is no stranger to innovation and pushing the limits of technology. He began his career in 1975 building boats at his own company, Goetz Custom Sailboats. From the start, he was constantly experimenting with new ways to build stronger, lighter, and faster boats—including 10 America’s Cup challengers and defenders. However, as was the case for many companies, the......

29 November, 2021

401 Tech Bridge Executive Director Christian Cowan met with Senator Reed, Rear Admiral Lorin Selby, and URI President Marc Parlange during their recent visit to the University of Rhode Island. Cowan discussed how 401 Tech Bridge partnered with URI to leverage Innovation Campus funding from the State of Rhode Island to locate a powerful x-ray microscope at the Kingston campus......

01 September, 2021