About Us

Founded in 2012, the Institute of Sustainable Biotechnology aims to create a hub for research, education, and innovation in biotechnology with a sustainability focus. By connecting academic research with real-world applications, we foster a culture of learning that encourages students and faculty to think critically and act responsibly.  It provides a unique enquiry-based learning opportunity for biosciences students and faculty from the AAS in Agricultural Technology, AAS in Biotechnology, BS in Biotechnology, BS in Biology, MS in Biotechnology, and PhD in International Biotechnology.

Mission

  • Cutting-Edge Research and Innovation: To conduct impactful research addressing bio-based solutions for societal challenges.

  • Quality Education: To provide innovative educational programs that equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the biotechnology field.

  • Active Community Involvement: To engage with local and global communities to promote sustainable practices in biotechnology.

  • High-value analytical, plant tissue culture, and molecular services: To providefor the agricultural, environmental, and other industrial sectors.

Mission

  • To lead globally in sustainable biotechnology solutions that enhance quality of life and protect the environment.

Objectives

Hold a learning and research workshop for bioscience students and faculty from the Barranquitas Campus and other campuses of the Inter-American University.

Promote the exchange of faculty and students within the Inter-American System and with other universities and entities in Puerto Rico and abroad.

Incorporate the sustainable use of biotechnology in areas such as agriculture, health, industry and the environment.

Develop biotechnological projects to promote biodiversity, conservation and environmental sustainability..

Offer biotechnological services and products to stimulate self-management, involving agreements with the community, government and industry.

Our Philosophy · · ·


At the Institute of Sustainable Biotechnology, we identify ourselves with principles that reflect the value, discipline, dedication and commitment of our students and collaborators, whose efforts seek the development of innovative ideas in the field of Biotechnology. 

Institute of Sustainable Biotechnology

​The building of the Institute of Sustainable Biotechnology was officially inaugurated at the beginning of 2014, with the presence of prominent academic and business authorities. The Institute is located next to the Interamerican University of Barranquitas and it has the most advanced technology. Among its facilities are two laboratories equipped for research, development and innovation in the field of biotechnology, a main laboratory, computer centers and a modern amphitheater. Its architecture is Eco-friendly, especially in regard to the use of renewable energies such as photovoltaics, through solar panels that provide the necessary energy to provide enough electricity throughout the building. In this way we minimize the impact on the environment. Tanks with a pumping system were also installed to use rainwater for use in the building’s facilities. In this way, the Institute of Sustainable Biotechnology is projected to be one of the most modern centers in the central area of ​​the island of Puerto Rico.

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