Nina Buffi holds a PhD and MSc in Microsystems and Microelectronics from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL), where her doctoral research focused on developing biosensors for detecting arsenic in water. Before joining Bactobio, Nina gained extensive experience in both executive and technical roles. As CEO of OSPIN GmbH (now Synaptic Lab), she was pivotal in steering the company's business strategy and securing financing. In her additional role as CTO at OSPIN, she automated processes and coordinated across scientific and engineering teams, leveraging her expertise in software engineering and firmware development.

At Bactobio, Nina drives operational excellence and strategic planning, ensuring sustainable growth through effective financial management and implementing strong processes and systems across daily operations. She oversees the grants management pipeline, ensuring the company secures vital funding for continued innovation. Drawing on her extensive experience as a former CEO, Nina brings a sharp strategic focus that strengthens Bactobio’s competitive position and supports its long-term success.

Outside work, Nina enjoys playing tennis, reading novels, and travelling to explore new places.