Carlos Lopez-Espina

Carlos is an innovator and multidisciplinary problem solver focused on biotechnology, clinical research and product development. Over the last 15 years he has worked in medical devices and diagnostics in a wide range of disciplines aimed at converting ideas into solutions. In his previous position, Carlos was central in the creation, development, 510k submission/approval, and commercialization of a microfluidics-based Point-of-Care device for global hemostasis management which is currently generating tens of millions of dollars in annual sales. After graduating with an aeronautical engineering degree at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, Carlos moved on to the University of Illinois at Chicago where he earned his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Throughout his education and work experience, Carlos has been immersed in all aspects of engineering required to bring a diagnostic device to market.