Cinzia Silvestri is a deep-tech entrepreneur, inventor, and passionate advocate for inclusive leadership in science and technology. With a PhD in microelectronics from Delft University of Technology, Cinzia founded Bi/ond, a pioneering organ-on-chip company that bridged semiconductor technology and biology to accelerate drug development and enable truly personalized healthcare.

Under her leadership, Bi/ond grew into an international team, secured multiple patents, and became a trusted partner for pharmaceutical companies and research institutes. Together with her co-founder, she later took the bold step to close the company when market conditions no longer matched their shared vision to grow beyond the start-up phase.

Cinzia strives to be an example in the STEM ecosystem, using her voice to challenge the status quo and open space for underrepresented founders. Named one of Italy’s 50 most inspiring women in tech and a Dutch Top Talent under 35 by Financieele Dagblad, she also delivered a TEDx talk titled Your Drugs Are Average, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive and precise therapies for all. She continues to inspire leaders and innovators to build a more inclusive, future-proof ecosystem in deep-tech and beyond.