What we talked about
Dr. Ewelina Kurtys is a scientist-turned-entrepreneur pushing the frontier of bio-inspired computing. In this conversation, she traces her path from a PhD in neuroscience and 20+ peer-reviewed papers to commercializing deep-tech and advising startups. Curiosity pulled her beyond academia into fast-moving environments where she could turn technical knowledge into real-world impact.
Show notes
Today we’re joined by Dr. Ewelina Kurtys, a scientist-turned-entrepreneur with a PhD in neuroscience and more than 20 peer-reviewed papers. After her academic career, she moved into technology commercialization, advising deep-tech companies on sales, partnerships, and strategy. She is currently a Strategic Advisor at FinalSpark, where she applies neuroscience expertise to build next-generation biocomputers from living neurons. She’s also founded ventures like Psync, a mental wellness app, and Ekai.io, a business development consultancy. With experience spanning research, entrepreneurship, and innovation, Ewelina brings a unique perspective at the intersection of biology, computing, and business.