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,...

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...

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 &...

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...

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...