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
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
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
Help shape intelligent biomanufacturing.
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