Who We Are

We are a research group led by Prof. Paola A. Baldaguez Medina in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez. Our research is centered on advancing water remediation technologies and developing sensors for cardiovascular diseases, all through innovative electrochemistry methods.

Our primary focus in water remediation involves utilizing established redox materials within flow systems to study mass transfer and fluid dynamics, aiming to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of water treatment processes. On the sensor side, we are dedicated to designing electrochemical interfaces with high selectivity for specific biomarkers, which is critical for the accurate detection and management of the metabolic health. Our interdisciplinary approach spans across environmental engineering, fluid dynamics, materials science, and biomedical applications, driving forward cutting-edge solutions for global challenges.

Develop Advanced Water Remediation Technologies

Innovate and optimize redox-mediated adsorption and advanced oxidation processes to enhance water remediation in flow systems.

Enhance Electrochemical Sensors for Metabolic Monitoring

Design and improve sensors with high selectivity for specific biomarkers, enabling precise monitoring and management of metabolic health.

Mass Transfer and Fluid Dynamics

Investigate the interactions between redox materials and fluid systems to understand and optimize mass transfer processes for more efficient water treatment.

Foster Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Integrate principles from environmental engineering, materials science, and biomedical engineering to address complex challenges in both water remediation and healthcare.

Our Research Focus

Water Remediation

Advanced Oxidation

Electrochemical Biosensors

Mass Transfer

Redox Materials

Engineering Education

Publications

Our Team

Victor Báez Vizcarrondo

Undergraduate Student

Cecilia P. Matos Berrios

Undergraduate Student

Claudia I. Lebrón Maldonado

Undergraduate Student

Grace M. Lebrón Sierra

Undergraduate Student

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Congratulations to Claudia Lebron! 🎉

Claudia proudly represented th Baldaguez Medina Group with an oral presentation at the Puerto Rico Interdisciplinary Scientific Meeting (PRISM) and the ACS Junior Technical Meeting (JTM) which is Puerto Rico’s largest annual scientific forum for undergraduate and graduate STEM students! Her presentation, titled “Redox-Driven Electrochemical Flow Cell for Enhanced Water Desalination,” showcased a novel approach…

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