Name:Orlando Lopez

Bio:

Dr. Orlando Lopez is a senior leader in biomedical innovation, advancing breakthrough technologies at the nexus of translational science, digital health and precision diagnostics, AI-powered innovation, digital twins, and smart biomaterials. His experience, spanning the public sector, academia, and startups, fuels his ability to guide innovation from foundational research through clinical translation to real-world deployment. He has led transformative initiatives in multiple domains, such as: medical imaging, cardiovascular health, cancer, orthopedics, dentistry, mental health, and craniofacial systems. Dr. Lopez integrates systems thinking, ethical foresight, and inclusive innovation to build global, impact-driven ecosystems. Recognized for mentoring high-performance teams and shaping future-ready platforms, he specializes in strategic innovation, emerging technology evaluation, and accelerating venture-ready solutions that reach patients and populations worldwide.

Country:United States

Affiliation:National Institutes of Health

Research interests:Digital twins for precision health, biomedical AI integration, translational systems engineering, smart biomaterials, regulatory science innovation, digital health platforms, ethical deployment of emerging technologies.