Dr. Lasisi Salami LAWAL is an Associate Professor and Acting General Manager in Satellite Operations & Services with over 23 years of industry experience. He serves as an International Advisory Board member of the International Conference on Computer, Communication, and Control Technology (I4CT), an Editorial Board Member of the American Journal of Engineering and Technology Management (AJETM), and an accredit or for engineering programs on behalf of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
Dr. Lawal bridges academia and industry, advancing emerging technologies in space science, satellite applications, GNSS & SBAS technologies, and space sustainability. He has led engineering projects, including Nigeria’s communications satellites (NIGCOMSAT-1 and NIGCOMSAT-1R), promoting digital transformation, health inclusion, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
As the 2023 IET Global Impact-in-Society Award Winner in the Healthy Lives category, he champions telemedicine for digital health inclusion. His multidisciplinary expertise drives innovative solutions, technical accountability, and impactful collaborations in fostering sustainable technological advancements.