Carlos L. Aparicio
About Carlos L. Aparicio
Carlos L. Aparicio is a Technical Lead at the National Institutes of Health and President of CLAS Automation, Inc. He has extensive experience in biomedical engineering, having held senior positions at Beckman Coulter and Abbott, and has contributed to significant initiatives in medical diagnostics.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Carlos L. Aparicio has been serving as Technical Lead for the RADx initiative at the National Institutes of Health since 2020. In this role, he focuses on accelerating the development of innovative diagnostic tests for infectious diseases. His work contributes to the broader mission of the NIH to enhance public health through research and innovation.
Previous Experience at Beckman Coulter
Prior to his current role, Carlos L. Aparicio worked at Beckman Coulter as a Senior Staff Development Scientist from 2000 to 2009. During his nine years at the company, he contributed to the development of various diagnostic technologies, leveraging his expertise in biomedical engineering.
Experience at Abbott
Carlos L. Aparicio served as Chief Engineer (Contract) at Abbott from 2016 to 2018 in Santa Clara County, California. In this position, he applied his engineering skills to support the development of medical devices and diagnostics, furthering his impact in the healthcare technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Carlos L. Aparicio holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science from the University of Miami, a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Columbia Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Rutgers University. His educational background supports his expertise in the automation of biochemical processes and the design and development of biomedical assays.
Leadership Roles in Various Organizations
In addition to his role at the NIH, Carlos L. Aparicio is the President of CLAS Automation, Inc. since 2018 and has served as CEO & President of ImmunoSite Technologies, LLC since 2010. He is also a member of the Board of Directors at Hialeah Technology Center since 2015, demonstrating his leadership in multiple organizations within the technology and healthcare sectors.