THE CENTER

AI and bioengineering.
A shared purpose.

CAPCell connects researchers, educators, and partners across Puerto Rico to advance AI-driven cell manufacturing.

OUR MISSION

Research with
lasting impact.

We advance research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cell manufacturing, and engineering systems, alongside education and workforce development.

Led by the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez, CAPCell brings together four institutions with complementary expertise in computing, bioengineering, education, and innovation.

LEADERSHIP

Meet our center leaders.

Dr. Manuel Rodriguez Martinez

Dr. Manuel Rodriguez Martinez

PI & CENTER DIRECTOR

Computer Science and Engineering, UPR Mayagüez. Research expertise includes AI, data systems, distributed computing, and the Internet of Things.

Dr. Maribella Domenech

Dr. Maribella Domenech

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Chemical Engineering, UPR Mayagüez. Research expertise includes bioprocessing, biomaterials, tissue models, and scalable cell culture.

FOUR INSTITUTIONS. A SHARED COMMITMENT TO PUERTO RICO.

UPR Mayagüez

Lead institution · Research & engineering

UPR Río Piedras

AI & computational modeling

Universidad Ana G. Méndez

Gurabo · Computing & education

Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust

Partnerships & innovation

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