The people behind OVAITY
We're building the Intelligent Research Environment that life science R&D teams deserve — combining deep product thinking with real scientific expertise.
Founders
MSc Roberto Honegger
Founder
Product / Systems / Vision
University of Zurich
Roberto leads product strategy and system architecture at OVAITY, with a background in Human-centered AI and psychology. He is especially interested in how humans interact with computer systems and intelligent tools in real research settings. His focus is building practical infrastructure that helps scientists stay in flow, collaborate effectively, and turn fragmented work into connected insight.
Ph.D, Asma Mechakra
Co-Founder
Biology / Methodology / Science
ETH Zurich
Asma brings the scientific lens to OVAITY. With expertise in biology and multi-omics methodology, she ensures that every feature is grounded in real research workflows. She bridges the gap between what biologists need and what technology can deliver — making sure OVAITY works the way scientists actually think.
Team
Orestis Bollano
AI Engineer (Agent Systems)
University of Zurich
Orestis Bollano is a Data Science Master’s student at the University of Zurich, specializing in agent-based systems and large language models. With a background in engineering and data-driven problem solving, he focuses on building intelligent, context-aware systems that enable advanced data analysis and automation.
Advisory Board
Renate Hahn
Advisor
Pharma Industry Expertise
Renate is a pharmaceutical and life sciences executive with extensive experience driving innovation, strategic growth, and digital transformation across the healthcare industry. As a trusted advisor to OVAITY, she serves as a key bridge into the pharmaceutical ecosystem, helping connect scientific innovation with industry partnerships, opportunities, and real-world impact.
Prof. Jess G. Snedeker
Advisor
Industry Expertise
ETH Zurich
Jess guides the venture with deep industry experience, helping shape OVAITY's strategic direction and growth. His insights from years in the field bring invaluable perspective to the team as they navigate the intersection of technology and life sciences.
