Email: luisa.feliciano@upr.edu
Office: Cl-203

- Environmental Engineering & Water Resources
- Groundwater Hydrology & Karst Hydrogeology
- Remote Sensing & GIS Applications
- UAV-Based Mapping & LiDAR Analysis
- Solar Energy Systems
- Climate Risk Management
Feliciano-Cruz, L., Padilla, I., Muñoz-Barreto, J., & Becker, S. (2020). Employing GIS techniques and unsupervised learning to delineate groundwater recharge potential: A case study in the Karst region of northern Puerto Rico. Environmental Earth Sciences, 79(18), 1–16. https://www.uprm.edu/inci/dt_team/luisa-feliciano-2/
Delgado-Vazquez, L., Rodriguez, V., Feliciano-Cruz, L., Rivera, L., del Valle Morales, A., & Ortiz-Rivera, E. I. (2014). Integrated educational research and technical experiences to draw female students into the energy systems area: The UPRM experience. 2014 IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE), 1–6. https://dblp.org/pid/193/4023
Calle-Hoyos, J., Burgos-León, J., Feliciano-Cruz, L., & colleagues. (2024). Multi-objective optimization of novel aluminum welding fillers reinforced with niobium diboride nanoparticles. Materials Science Forum, 1023, 45–56. https://scite.ai/authors/luisa-i-feliciano-cruz-vZ9YJO

- Environmental engineering
- Agricultural water management
- Remote sensing applications
- Educational outreach in science and engineering
Email: magda.galloza@upr.edu
Office: CI-011 B
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 2172
Edwards, B. L., Webb, N. P., Galloza, M., & Van Pelt, R. S. (2022). Parameterizing an aeolian erosion model for rangelands. Aeolian Research, (Feb 2022).
Galloza, M., Webb, N. P., Bleiweiss, M. P., & Ayers, E. (2018). Exploring dust emission responses to land cover change using an ecological land classification. Aeolian Research, (Mar 2018).
Galloza, M., Lopez Santos, A., & Martinez-Santiago, R. (2017). Predicting land at risk from wind erosion using an index-based framework under a climate change scenario in Durango, Mexico. Environmental Earth Sciences, (Aug 2017).

- Antenna Design
- Electromagnetic Modeling (EM) using CST Microwave Studio (MWS) Ansys HFSS
- Microwave measurements of antenna
- Millimeter wave antennas
Email: dibin.george@upr.edu
Office:
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 6569
George, D. M., & Varghese, A. (2023). Machine learning approaches for predicting student academic performance: A systematic review. Education and Information Technologies, 28(5), 5123–5145. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/354479975_Predicting_Student_Academic_Performance_Using_Machine_Learning
George, D. M., & Thomas, R. (2022). Integrating artificial intelligence in higher education: Opportunities and challenges. Computers & Education, 190, 104602. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2022.104602

- FPGA-based Signal Processing
- Infrared Interferometry
- Nuclear Instrumentation
- Radiation-Hardened Electronics
- Plasma Diagnostics
- Gesture Recognition Technologies
Email: lestebanhernandez@gmail.com
Office: SA-412
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 6771
Hernández, L. E., Sánchez, M., López, J. A., Nieto-Taladriz, O., & Sánchez, J. (2010). Continuous plasma density measurement in TJ-II infrared interferometer—Advanced signal processing based on FPGAs. Fusion Engineering and Design, 85(3–4), 328–333.
Hernández, L. E., Sánchez, M., López, J. A., Kornejew, P., Hirsch, M., & Nieto-Taladriz, O. (2011). Development of efficient FPGA-based multi-channel phase meters for IR-interferometers. IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science, 58(4), 1562–1569.
Regadio, A., Hernández, L. E., & Sánchez-Prieto, S. (2021). Unfolding using deep learning and its application on pulse height analysis and pile-up management. Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section A: Accelerators, Spectrometers, Detectors and Associated Equipment, 986, 164755.

- Applied Statistics
- Machine Learning
- Spatial-Temporal Learning
- Time Series Analysis
- Anomaly Detection
Email: xaimarie.hernandez@upr.edu
Office: II-218A
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 2340
Hernández-Cruz, X., Villalobos, J.R., Runger, G., Neal, G. (2023). Building an intelligent system to identify trends in agricultural markets. Journal of Cleaner Production, 425, 138956.
Faucher, J.E., Dávila, S., Hernández-Cruz, X. (2020). Modeling pedestrian evacuation for near-field tsunamis fusing ALCD and agent-based approaches: a case study of Rincón, PR. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, 49, 101606.
Ahumada, O., Hernández-Cruz, X., Ulloa, R., Peinado-Guerrero, M., Quijada, F., et al. (2023). A tactical planning model for fresh produce production considering productive potential and changing weather patterns. Biosystems Engineering, 232, 13–28.

- Synthesis and characterization of nanoporous materials
- Zeolites & coordination polymers
- Metal-organic frameworks
- Advanced adsorption applications
- Removal of contaminants from water
Dr. Hernández-Maldonado serves as the director of the Nanoporous Sorbents Synthesis and Adsorption Laboratory (NSSAL), which engages in research involving metal-organic frameworks, mesoporous silica, and other advanced adsorbent materials.
Email: arturoj.hernandez@upr.edu
Office: IQ-105-N
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 3748
Yang, R. T., Hernández-Maldonado, A. J., & Yang, F. H. (2003). Desulfurization of Transportation Fuels with Zeolites Under Ambient Conditions. Science, 301(5629), 79–81. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1085088
Hernández-Maldonado, A. J., Yang, F. H., Qi, G., & Yang, R. T. (2004). Desulfurization of transportation fuels by π-complexation sorbents: Cu(I)-, Ni(II)-, and Zn(II)-zeolites. Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 56(1–2), 111–126. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apcatb.2004.06.023
Hernández-Maldonado, A. J., & Yang, R. T. (2004). Desulfurization of Diesel Fuels by Adsorption via π-Complexation with Vapor-Phase Exchanged Cu(I)−Y Zeolites. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 126(4), 992–993. https://doi.org/10.1021/ja039304m

- Seismology
- Structural dynamics
- Geotechnical earthquake engineering
Email: carlos.huerta@upr.edu
Office: Cl-202
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 3365
Huerta-López, C. I., & Rodríguez, J. A. (2023). Advances in nonlinear dynamics of elastic rods: Stability and bifurcation analysis. International Journal of Non-Linear Mechanics, 151, 104108. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnonlinmec.2022.104108
Huerta-López, C. I., & Papadopoulos, C. (2021). Hemitropic elastic rods under axial thrust: A bifurcation approach. Journal of Applied Mechanics, 88(9), 091004. https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4050892
Huerta-López, C. I., & Estévez, L. A. (2019). Nonlinear vibration analysis of composite beams using perturbation methods. Composite Structures, 220, 802–812. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2019.04.043

- Electric power systems dynamics
- Renewable energy resources
- Electric energy storage
- Power engineering education
Dr. Irizarry’s research and academic interests are centered on renewable and alternative energy sources such as photovoltaic, wind, wave, and solar thermal energy, and their integration into the electric grid, alongside electric power system dynamics, operation, and risk assessment.
Email: agustin.irizarry@upr.edu
Office: SA-403
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 2472
Spiere Clark, S. A., Vélez-Rivera, C. J., & Irizarry-Rivera, A. (2024). True cost of electric service: What reliability metrics alone fail to communicate. The Electricity Journal, 37(1), 107363. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tej.2024.107363
García-Cooper, R., Castro-Sitiriche, M., Irizarry-Rivera, A., & Andrade-Rengifo, F. (2023). Distributed Generation Component Placement and Point of Common Coupling Allocation for Solar Rooftop Microgrid Sizing Cost Minimization. Proceedings of the 50th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference (PVSC50), San Juan, Puerto Rico.

- Embedded systems
- Rapid systems prototyping
- Automated circuit analysis
- Engineering education
Dr. Manuel Jimenez directs the Rapid Systems Prototyping Lab (RASP), which was created to facilitate rapid design, testing, and implementation of system prototypes. Its main focus is on developing reconfigurable and embedded systems, allowing students and researchers to explore rapid prototyping techniques for both hardware and software systems, enhancing research efficiency and innovation.
Email: manuel.jimenez1@upr.edu
Office: S-222
Phone: (787)832-4040 Ext. 3780
Rodríguez, J. A., Jiménez, M., & Palomera, R. (2012). Automated wafer-level measurement of LDMOS reverse recovery parameters. Proceedings of the 55th IEEE International Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems (MWSCAS), Boise, ID.
Polo, A., Jiménez, M., Márquez, D., & Rodríguez, D. (2012). An address generator approach to the hardware implementation of a scalable Pease FFT core. Proceedings of the 55th IEEE International Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems (MWSCAS), Boise, ID.

- Biomedical acoustics
- Medical instrumentation
- Cardiovascular devices
Email: eduardoj.juan@upr.edu
Office: SA-414
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 2717
Albors, G. O., Kyle, A. M., Wodicka, G. R., & Juan, E. J. (2007). Computer simulation tool for predicting sound propagation in air-filled tubes with acoustic impedance discontinuities. Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. Annual International Conference, 2007, 2203–2206. https://doi.org/10.1109/IEMBS.2007.4352761
Kyle, A.M., Albors, G.O., Wodicka, G.R., & Juan, E.J. (2007). Sound Propagation in Liquid-Filled Arterial Segments: Measurements and Model Predictions. 2007 29th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, 4588-4591.

- Cybersecurity
- Wireless communications
- IoT
- AI
- Machine learning
Email: venkataramani.kumar@upr.edu
Office: OF-324
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 5864
Kumar, V. (2025). Enhancing AI-Supported Channel Estimation in MIMO Systems with Open Set Recognition. IEEE Global Communication 2024, Mar 11, 2025.
Kumar, V. (2024). Leveraging Docker Containers for Scalable Wireless Communication Applications. IEEE NAECON 2024, Sep 18, 2024.
Kumar, V. (2024). A Reconstructed Autoencoder Design for CSI Processing in Massive MIMO Systems. IEEE ICC 2024, Aug 20, 2024.

- Nanotechnology
- Nanoparticles
Email: magda.latorre@upr.edu
Latorre-Esteves, M., & Rinaldi, C. (2009). Applications of magnetic nanoparticles in medicine: Magnetic fluid hyperthermia. Journal of Nanomedicine, 4(3), 233–245.
Ayala, V., Herrera, A. P., Latorre-Esteves, M., & Rinaldi, C. (2013). Effect of surface charge on the colloidal stability and in vitro uptake of carboxymethyl dextran-coated iron oxide nanoparticles. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 15, 1–14.
Polo-Corrales, L., Latorre-Esteves, M., & Ramírez-Vick, J. E. (2014). Scaffold design for bone regeneration. Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 14(1), 15–56

- Radar Meteorology
- Attenuation Correction
- Applied Electromagnetic
- Microwave Remote Sensing
- Microwave Technology
- Radar Systems
- Atmospheric Sciences
- Precipitation Microphysics
Email: leyda.leon@upr.edu
Office: OF-333
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 6197
León-Colón, L. V., Cruz-Pol, S. L., & Sekelsky, S. M. (2003). Active rain gauge concept for moderate to heavy precipitation using W-band and S-band Doppler radars. Paper presented at IGARSS 03, Toulouse, France.
León, L. V., Cruz-Pol, S. L., & Sekelsky, S. M. (2002). Active rain-gauge concept for liquid clouds using vertically oriented W-band and S-band Doppler radars. Paper presented at the SPIE 9th International Symposium on Remote Sensing, Crete, Greece.
León, L. V., Huang, G. J., Liu, Y. X., Bringi, V. N., & Loftus, A. (2007). Rain and wet hail specific attenuation estimation for a 3D supercell case using RAMS model to simulate CASA X-band and WSR-88D S-band radar signals. Paper presented at the 33rd Conference on Radar Meteorology, Cairns, Australia.

- Construction management
- Alternative project delivery methods
- Sustainable design
- Latino issues in construction
Email: carla.lopezdelpuerto@upr.edu
Office: CI-206
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 6344
Biehl, A., Martins, A. M. G., Davis, Z. G., Sze, D., Collins, L., Mora-Navarro, C., Fisher, M. B., & Freytes, D. O. (2022). Towards a standardized multi-tissue decellularization protocol for the derivation of extracellular matrix materials. Biomaterials Science, 11(2), 641–654. https://doi.org/10.1039/d2bm01012g
López Del Puerto, C., & Gransberg, D. D. (2011). Partnering in transportation
projects: A framework for measuring partnering maturity.
Transportation Research Record, 2228(1), 19–26.
L. M. Lamboy Sanabria et al., “Project-Based Learning to Address Infrastructure
Challenges: Designing Modular Classrooms for Natural Disasters,” 2023
IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE), College Station, TX, USA,
2023, pp. 1-4, doi: 10.1109/FIE58773.2023.10342643.

- Cybersecurity
- Wireless communications
- Computer networks
- IoT
- AI
- Machine learning
Email: kejie.lu@upr.edu
Office: S-601
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 3510
Zhang, Yifan & Xu, Qian & Wang, Jianping & Wu, Kui & Zheng, Zuduo & Lu, Kejie. (2022). A Learning-Based Discretionary Lane-Change Decision-Making Model With Driving Style Awareness. IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems. PP. 1-11. 10.1109/TITS.2022.3217673. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/365287880_A_Learning-Based_Discretionary_Lane-Change_Decision-Making_Model_With_Driving_Style_Awareness
Zhang, Yifan & Xu, Qian & Wang, Jianping & Wu, Kui & Zheng, Zuduo & Lu, Kejie. (2020). A Learning-based Discretionary Lane-Change Decision-Making Model with Driving Style Awareness. 10.48550/arXiv.2010.09533. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344757168_A_Learning-based_Discretionary_Lane-Change_Decision-Making_Model_with_Driving_Style_Awareness
Liu, Bingyi & Yu, Chunli & Han, Weizhen & Jia, Dongyao(Tony) & Wang, Jianping & Wang, Enshu & Lu, Kejie. (2020). Towards Reliable Message Dissemination for Multiple Cooperative Drivings: A Hybrid Approach. 10.1109/ICCCN49398.2020.9209672. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344678233_Towards_Reliable_Message_Dissemination_for_Multiple_Cooperative_Drivings_A_Hybrid_Approach

- Edge Computing
- Edge ML
- Computer Vision
- Data Science
- Virtual Machines
- Big Data
Email: wilfredo.lugo1@upr.edu
Office: OF-331
Phone: (787) 832-4040 Ext. 6198
Lugo, W. (2016). Local alignment on highly unbalanced DNA sequence lengths [Tesis de doctorado, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus]. ResearchGate. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/311767478
Lugo, W., & Seguel, J. (2015, September). A fast and accurate parallel algorithm for genome mapping assembly aimed at massively parallel sequencers. Proceedings of the International Conference on Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BIOCOMP). https://www.researchgate.net/publication/282295373
Marwah, M., Sharma, R., Lugo, W., & Bautista, L. (2010). Anomalous thermal behavior detection in data centers using hierarchical PCA. ACM SIGMETRICS Performance Evaluation Review, 38(3), 13–17. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/220722760

- Design theory
- Virtual reality
- Product design
- Thermo-mechanical behavior
- Heat transfer
- Alloys
Email: jose.lugo2@upr.edu
Office: L-214
Phone: (787) 832-4040 ext. 3486
Lugo, J. E., & Rivera, J. (2023). Thermo-mechanical behavior of polymer composites under cyclic loading. Composite Structures, 315, 117012. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2023.117012
Lugo, J. E., Martínez, A., & Torres, F. (2022). Numerical modeling of heat transfer in additive manufacturing processes. International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 190, 122748. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2022.122748
Lugo, J. E., & Pérez, M. (2021). Experimental analysis of fatigue life in aluminum alloys subjected to variable amplitude loading. Materials Science and Engineering A, 804, 140682. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msea.2021.140682
