Ana Rita Pinho

Ana Rita Pinho is a highly experienced professional specializing in knowledge transfer and healthcare applications within multidisciplinary research environments. Currently serving as a Knowledge Transfer Officer at CERN since March 2022, Pinho focuses on leveraging CERN's expertise in healthcare, micro-electronics, and digital sciences. Additionally, Pinho holds positions as an Honorary Research Associate at UCL Mechanical Engineering and Co-founder and Innovation Network Manager at UCL, managing initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration between academia and industry in healthcare manufacturing. Previously, Pinho has held various roles in policy advising, research management, and academia, including a PhD in Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine from UCL and a position as Chairman of the Supervisory Board for the Portuguese Association of Researchers and Students in the UK. Pinho's educational background includes a comprehensive training in bioengineering and public policy analysis.