Affiliation: Department of Chemistry and Graduate Program in Pharmacology, Center for Research and Advanced Studies of the National Polytechnic Institute – CINVESTAV

Edgar López López is a researcher at the Department of Pharmacology, CINVESTAV, where he specializes in discovering and optimizing anticancer compounds using artificial intelligence, cheminformatics, and molecular modeling. Recognized as a 'Top 100 Future Leader' by the American Chemical Society, Edgar has made significant contributions to the scientific community, with over 30 publications to his name. His research is focused on harnessing natural product databases, de novo molecular design, and advanced in silico techniques, including polypharmacological and multiparameter optimization strategies, to identify and refine bioactive molecules with therapeutic potential. By combining computational and experimental approaches, Edgar is dedicated to accelerating the development of innovative treatments for cancer and other pressing global health challenges.