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Francesca De Leo is Technology Director at CNR and Deputy Head of the ELIXIR‑IT Node, based at the Institute of Biomembrane, Bioenergetics and Molecular Biotechnologies. She coordinates the ELIXIRxNextGenIT project funded by MUR and leads the Industry & Impact and Communication Offices within ELIXIR-IT. She holds a degree in Biological Sciences and a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, with expertise in innovation, technology transfer, and research infrastructure management.

Chiara Bruno is part of the ELIXIR Italy Communication, Impact, and Industry & Innovation teams. She graduated in Biomedical Sciences from Royal Holloway, University of London, and later specialized in Science Communication with a Master’s degree. With experience in managing social media, creating digital content, and coordinating outreach activities, she combines scientific knowledge with strategic communication skills.