Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust
The Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust is dedicated to advancing Puerto Rico’s economy and the well-being of its citizens through strategic initiatives in research and development, entrepreneurship, public health, and education. The Trust aims to foster innovation and collaboration across various sectors to enhance the island's position in the global knowledge economy. It also focuses on creating a vibrant community within the knowledge economy, where diversity and creativity are celebrated as fundamental pillars of social and economic prosperity.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
medium (51-250)
Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust
PO Box 363475 San Juan, PR 00936-3475
Products
Research Grants Program
Provides competitive funding to support science and technology research projects in Puerto Rico, aiming to enhance the knowledge economy and innovation.
Research Grants Program
Offers funding to support science and technology research projects in Puerto Rico, aiming to advance R&D projects for federal, private funding, or commercialization.
Technology Transfer Office
Facilitates the commercialization of research discoveries from Puerto Rican institutions by providing IP protection, marketing, and deal-making services.
Technology Transfer Office (TTO)
Facilitates the commercialization of scientific inventions and discoveries through identification, assessment, protection, marketing, and transfer to the private sector.
Center for Tropical Biodiversity and Bioprospecting
Focuses on advancing the exploration of tropical biodiversity, development of biological specimen collections, conservation of biodiversity resources, and commercialization of biodiversity-derived products.
Puerto Rico Public Health Trust
Develops public health strategies to improve health access and reduce inequalities in Puerto Rican communities.
Research Grants Program
Provides competitive funding to support science and technology research projects in Puerto Rico, aiming to enhance the knowledge economy and innovation.
Research Grants Program
Offers funding to support science and technology research projects in Puerto Rico, aiming to advance R&D projects for federal, private funding, or commercialization.
Technology Transfer Office
Facilitates the commercialization of research discoveries from Puerto Rican institutions by providing IP protection, marketing, and deal-making services.
Technology Transfer Office (TTO)
Facilitates the commercialization of scientific inventions and discoveries through identification, assessment, protection, marketing, and transfer to the private sector.
Center for Tropical Biodiversity and Bioprospecting
Focuses on advancing the exploration of tropical biodiversity, development of biological specimen collections, conservation of biodiversity resources, and commercialization of biodiversity-derived products.
Puerto Rico Public Health Trust
Develops public health strategies to improve health access and reduce inequalities in Puerto Rican communities.
Services
Structured grant programs providing bridge, proof-of-concept, and development funding for basic, applied, and commercialization projects; includes themed calls and matching mechanisms.
Assistance with SBIR/STTR proposal development, webinars and online courses (including Spanish-language offerings), mentoring, in-person outreach events (e.g., road tours), and administration of matching funds for Phase I and Phase II awards.
Advisory services for invention disclosure processing, IP assessment, licensing facilitation, and industry matching to advance university-derived innovations toward commercialization.
Web-based platform that publishes researcher profiles and institutional activity to improve discoverability and facilitate collaborations among academics, companies, and investors.
Laboratory analyses for soil, water, and air quality plus public-health surveillance testing, provided to government agencies and research projects.
Laboratory services and program coordination for infectious-disease genomic surveillance and epidemiologic studies to inform public-health decision-making.
Structured grant programs providing bridge, proof-of-concept, and development funding for basic, applied, and commercialization projects; includes themed calls and matching mechanisms.
Assistance with SBIR/STTR proposal development, webinars and online courses (including Spanish-language offerings), mentoring, in-person outreach events (e.g., road tours), and administration of matching funds for Phase I and Phase II awards.
Advisory services for invention disclosure processing, IP assessment, licensing facilitation, and industry matching to advance university-derived innovations toward commercialization.
Web-based platform that publishes researcher profiles and institutional activity to improve discoverability and facilitate collaborations among academics, companies, and investors.
Laboratory analyses for soil, water, and air quality plus public-health surveillance testing, provided to government agencies and research projects.
Laboratory services and program coordination for infectious-disease genomic surveillance and epidemiologic studies to inform public-health decision-making.
Expertise Areas
- Research grant program design and peer review management
- SBIR/STTR proposal development, training, and matching-fund programs
- Technology transfer and commercialization advisory
- Environmental testing and laboratory services
Key Technologies
- Ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (UHPLC‑MS)
- Extracellular flux analysis (cellular bioenergetics)
- Genomic sequencing and surveillance workflows
- Environmental sampling and analytical chemistry
News & Updates
The HackLab Academy has successfully launched a new cohort for adults and youth, focusing on programming and digital tools.
A comprehensive report detailing the achievements and goals of the Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust for the year.
Over 50 Million Invested
The Trust has invested over 50 million in Puerto Rico's research infrastructure, supporting various initiatives and programs.
148 Cumulative Grants
The Trust has awarded 148 cumulative grants since the program's inception, totaling over $16 million in funding.
5,000 Entrepreneurs Served
In 2023, the Trust marked a 36.9% increase in the number of entrepreneurs served compared to 2022, reaching over 5,000.
11 Million in New Funds
The Puerto Rico Vector Control Unit and the P.R. Public Health Trust secured over 11 million in new funds, enhancing public health initiatives.
The HackLab Academy has successfully launched a new cohort for adults and youth, focusing on programming and digital tools.
A comprehensive report detailing the achievements and goals of the Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust for the year.
Over 50 Million Invested
The Trust has invested over 50 million in Puerto Rico's research infrastructure, supporting various initiatives and programs.
148 Cumulative Grants
The Trust has awarded 148 cumulative grants since the program's inception, totaling over $16 million in funding.
5,000 Entrepreneurs Served
In 2023, the Trust marked a 36.9% increase in the number of entrepreneurs served compared to 2022, reaching over 5,000.
11 Million in New Funds
The Puerto Rico Vector Control Unit and the P.R. Public Health Trust secured over 11 million in new funds, enhancing public health initiatives.