Fernando Gómez-Baquero

Dr. Fernando Gómez-Baquero is a highly accomplished innovation economist, nanomaterials engineer, and passionate entrepreneur with a diverse skill set and a keen focus on energy-related technologies.

With a Ph.D. in Nanoscale Engineering from The State University of New York and a strong educational background in Industrial Engineering and Economics, Dr. Gómez-Baquero has a solid foundation for his work in advancing novel energy storage materials and nanotechnologies.

As the Director of Runway and Spinouts at Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute and a former Core Instructor for I-Corps National Cohorts at the National Science Foundation (NSF), Dr. Gómez-Baquero has played key roles in fostering entrepreneurship in science and technology.

His expertise spans economic and policy analysis of nanotechnologies, science and innovation metrics, and the commercialization of academic research, demonstrating a well-rounded understanding of the intersection between technology, business, and policy.

Dr. Gómez-Baquero's commitment to educating others is evident through his Udemy course on batteries, aimed at sharing knowledge on the importance of batteries and renewable energies for a sustainable future.

With a rich history of involvement in various organizations and initiatives, including ActibHealth, Spatial Garage, Smartup Capital, and more, Dr. Gómez-Baquero has consistently contributed his insights and expertise to diverse projects and programs.

His leadership roles, including Co-Founder and CEO at besstech (Battery Energy Storage Systems - Technologies) and Director of Business Development at besstech, highlight his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to drive technological advancements in the energy storage sector.

Dr. Fernando Gómez-Baquero's vast experience extends to his involvement as a Governing Board Member at The Journal of Science Policy and Governance, a Board Member at the New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium (NY-BEST), and as a Mentor on NSF I-Corps Program at Eonix, showcasing his commitment to shaping science policy, fostering innovation, and mentoring emerging ventures.

His background in academia, industry, and research, coupled with his dedication to promoting clean energy technologies, positions Dr. Gómez-Baquero as a prominent figure in the field of energy innovation and entrepreneurship.