Dr. David Camarillo

Biography

David B. Camarillo is an Associate Professor of Bioengineering at Stanford University. He holds a B.S.E in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University. Camarillo completed postdoctoral fellowships in Biophysics at UCSF and Biodesign Innovation at Stanford. His career includes significant contributions to the surgical robotics industry with companies like Intuitive Surgical and Hansen Medical, and he established his lab at Stanford in 2012. His current research emphasizes precision human measurement across various clinical physiological areas such as the brain, heart, lungs, and reproductive system. Camarillo has received several honors including the Hellman Fellowship and the Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Program award, alongside multiple achievements in paper awards relating to brain injury and robotic surgery. His work has been funded by NIH, NSF, and DoD, as well as through private philanthropic initiatives. The impact of his research has been recognized by media outlets including NPR and The New York Times, highlighting its significance in educating the public on advancements in the field of bioengineering.

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