On Friday, February 6, 2026, our research group had the opportunity to visit the Medtronic manufacturing site in Juncos. We are deeply grateful to Eng. Idiana Matos and Dr. Carlos Vélez for hosting us and organizing such a comprehensive and insightful experience.
During our visit, we learned in depth about the electrochemical glucose sensor technology manufactured at the Juncos site. From the technical discussion on membrane and polymer-based diffusion systems to the electrochemical sensing mechanisms behind glucose monitoring, the experience allowed us to directly connect fundamental mass transfer and electrochemical principles with real-world biosensing applications that impact patients’ daily lives.
For our group members: Xavier, Andrés, and Anelisse, as well as the Dr. Baldaguez Medina, it was especially meaningful to see how the electrochemical sensing research we conduct in the lab translates into devices that continuously monitor glucose levels and contribute to life-saving healthcare solutions. Seeing theory, materials science, diffusion, and sensor engineering integrated at scale was both impressive and inspiring.
In addition to the technical presentations, we were thankful for the opportunity to meet several engineers who generously shared their career journeys and professional insights with our students. Their perspectives on growth, resilience, and innovation in the medical device industry were invaluable. The tour of the manufacturing, machine shop, FAB, and automation areas provided a unique view into the precision, quality control, and interdisciplinary collaboration required to produce advanced biosensing devices.
Our group left immensely grateful and inspired. Needless to say, the visit sparked strong interest among our students in potential future collaborations and career paths connected to Medtronic’s work. Thank you again to Eng. Matos, Dr. Vélez, and the entire Medtronic Juncos team for such an outstanding visit.
Right: Research group members in front of the Medtronic Juncos campus after a visit that connected our electrochemical sensing research to real-world glucose monitoring technology.
