Simone Steiner is a highly experienced professional in the fields of cell and gene therapy, technical development, and manufacturing. Currently serving as a Scientific Advisor at NegotiumAI and Chief Technical Operations Officer at T-knife Therapeutics, Simone has a robust background that includes leadership roles at Tigen Pharma as Head of Technical Development and Manufacturing, and at Novartis as Production Unit Head for Cell and Gene Therapy. Major accomplishments include constructing a cell therapy facility, negotiating substantial contracts, and successfully managing complex projects. With a solid educational foundation, including a PhD in Protein Engineering from ETH Zürich, Simone's expertise spans various aspects of biochemistry and process development.