$150,000 Grant from Puerto Rico Science Trust

Advancing Coastal Science in Puerto Rico

We're honored to announce that Wavemaps has been awarded a $150,000 grant from the Puerto Rico Science Trust to revolutionize coastal wave modeling and visualization. This funding will accelerate our development of machine learning-powered interfaces that deliver unprecedented accuracy and detail in coastal forecasting.

Project Focus Areas

• Ultra-high-resolution wave modeling at sub-100m scales
• Machine learning algorithms for rapid pattern recognition
• Real-time visualization interfaces for coastal managers
• Integration with local monitoring stations and buoys
• Enhanced storm surge and coastal flood prediction
• Commercializing research to export wave and weather forecast services worldwide

Impact for Puerto Rico

This project will provide Puerto Rico with world-class coastal prediction capabilities, supporting emergency management, maritime operations, and coastal research. By combining our existing wave modeling expertise with cutting-edge machine learning, we'll deliver forecasts that help protect communities and optimize coastal activities throughout the island.

Collaboration and Innovation

We're partnering with local research institutions and coastal management agencies to ensure the tools we develop meet Puerto Rico's specific needs. The project will create new opportunities for local researchers and contribute to the island's growing reputation as a hub for coastal innovation.

Global Commercialization Strategy

A key focus of this project is commercializing our cutting-edge research to export wave and weather forecast services worldwide. By developing scalable, machine learning-enhanced modeling systems, we're positioning Puerto Rico as a hub for coastal intelligence innovation that can serve global markets. This commercialization effort will create economic opportunities while establishing Wavemaps as the leading provider of high-resolution coastal forecasting services internationally.