KINGSTON, R.I., July 1 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release:

KINGSTON, R.I. - July 1, 2026 - URI Innovations today announced that Juice Robotics, a University of Rhode Island spinout company, has secured venture investment from Rogue Island Ventures and licensed four URI-developed technologies, marking a major milestone in the company's transition from university research to commercial venture. The development underscores the momentum of URI's innovation ecosystem and its ability to translate cutting-edge research into products and companies with real-world economic impact.

Founded by URI alumnus Matthew Jewell and URI Professor Brennan Phillips and led by former IBM executive and current CEO Stephen Piper, ...