Welcome to Ponce Research Institute at Ponce Health Sciences University.  Ponce Research Institute is a 501 c.3 non-profit entity that provides the research infrastructure support for an exceptional group of scientists and research staff.  Our researchers are committed to solving some of the most pressing health challenges facing Hispanic communities, in areas such as cancer, neuroscience, infectious diseases, women’s health, community based research, and e-health initiatives. PRI provides modern research facilities that foster collaborative, integrative research.  We have various ongoing collaborations within Puerto Rico, as well as with many institutions in the U.S. mainland, including a 10 year partnership with Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa.  We are leaders in clinical research in southwestern Puerto Rico, and have participated in over 275 Phase 1-Phase 4 clinical trials.  Our institutional strategic plan includes additional expansion of our research team and facilities in the next five years.  In doing so, we will not only contribute to an important body of research that will serve Hispanics across the U.S., we will also bring an influx of investment and job opportunities to our community.  I encourage you to explore the Ponce Research Institute, and feel free to contact us if you need additional information.