Dr. Renee Wegrzyn is the first director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). Bringing a wealth of experience from both the private sector and groundbreaking institutions like DARPA and IARPA, her leadership and vision continue to push the boundaries of health research and development. Dr. Wegrzyn's illustrious career has earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Superior Public Service Medal for her contributions at DARPA. She holds a Ph.D. and a bachelor's degree in applied biology from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and she further honed her expertise as an Alexander von Humboldt Fellow in Heidelberg, Germany.