<p>This research project systematically catalogs scholarly literature on disasters in Puerto Rico, driven by the increased attention to the island’s vulnerability following Hurricane Maria in 2017. While disaster-related research has grown, many studies focus on immediate post-disaster assessments, leaving gaps in understanding long-term recovery, socio-economic impacts, and multi-hazard interactions. This study maps existing research, identifies key contributors, and highlights critical gaps to inform future policy and funding. The team conducted an extensive search of scholarly articles from 2014 to 2024 using keywords such as hurricanes, landslides, tsunami, earthquakes, flooding, and natural hazards/disasters. While preferring “natural hazards” or “disasters”, the team recognized the continued academic use of “natural disasters”. The search produced a database of 167 articles on hurricanes, 4 on tsunamis, 13 on landslides, 40 on natural disasters, 51 on earthquakes, and 43 on flooding. Each entry includes title, authors, affiliations, journal, abstract, and other critical details. The University of Puerto Rico (UPR) and Research and Development (RAND) Corporation were seen to be primary contributors. Despite growing research, gaps remain, particularly in long-term recovery, socio-economic effects, and the integration of multiple hazards. Studies bridging environmental and disaster science with policy and community-led adaptation are also underexplored and underdiscussed. Addressing these gaps is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of Puerto Rico’s disaster risks. To advance this effort, the project establishes the Puerto Rico Disaster Research Network (PR-DRN), a platform that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between experts. This initiative connects researchers and institutions to enhance disaster research and response strategies for Puerto Rico.</p>