A newly issued U.S. patent from the University of Puerto Rico introduces engineered enzyme fusions that significantly boost fatty acid production, improving efficiency and stability. Developed by Dr. Carlos Rullán Lind and Dr. Abel J. Baerga Ortiz, the innovation highlights Puerto Rico’s growing role in advancing scalable solutions for biofuels, biomaterials, and industrial biotechnology.

EnTRUST brought together researchers, institutional partners, and innovation leaders to explore how early-stage discoveries can move beyond the lab and into real-world impact. Through collaboration, mentorship, and translational funding, the program continues to strengthen Puerto Rico’s capacity to transform scientific knowledge into technologies with commercial and societal value.

A newly issued U.S. Patent from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez introduces a novel metal–organic framework (MOF) designed for high-efficiency carbon dioxide capture. This innovation highlights Puerto Rico’s growing role in translating academic research into real-world sustainability solutions.