Our team
At Cytocast, we believe in creative solutions and the power of teamwork in a familiar atmosphere. We are proud to be a company with a curious mindset and a strong research orientation. Many of our team members have university affiliations continually exploring new possibilities. We are computational biologists, bioinformaticians, developers, and researchers working together to help patients live better. Our team leaders consist of multidisciplinary experts bridging the gap between biology and computational science, with a passion for solving complex systematic challenges through cell simulation.
Attila Csikász-Nagy
Attila is a visionary leader with a strong background in computational and systems biology. As a professor and researcher, he has made significant contributions to the field, with an impressive publication record and expertise in bioinformatics. With experience at renowned institutions like Microsoft Research and King's College London, Attila brings a unique blend of scientific knowledge and business management skills to his role as CEO. In addition to his professional pursuits, Attila enjoys playing basketball competitively with his old high school friends.
István Reguly
István is a highly skilled and experienced professional in high-performance computing. With a background in informatics and a postdoctoral fellowship at Oxford University, he possesses exceptional expertise in optimizing algorithms and enhancing computational performance. As the CTO, István excels in describing computational problems and plays a crucial role in infrastructure, algorithms, and quality assurance. He has a passion for computing and continuously seeks advancements in the field.
Bence Keömley-Horváth
Bence is a versatile professional with a strong background in both systems biology and high-performance computing. His expertise lies in simulations, cloud computing, and DevOps. Bence played a pivotal role in developing the initial version of the Cytocast Cell Simulator during his MSc studies. As the VP of Engineering, Bence leads the technological development in the company, ensuring the use of the most up-to-date programming methods and technologies. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, climbing, and playing board games.
Erzsébet Fichó
Erzsébet is a dedicated researcher with a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics. Her specialization lies in studying protein-protein interactions and database development. With her expertise, Erzsébet significantly contributes to the team's bioinformatics capabilities. Beyond her research and over a decade of expertise in R&D, she plays a vital role in management, operational strategy, and the overall way of working as a COO. Erzsébet is driven by a passion for advancing scientific knowledge in the field of biology.
András Ecker
Research Manager / Bioinformatician
András is a well-traveled researcher, holding a P.hD. in computational neuroscience. On top of contributing his neuroscience and data science background, he is focusing on finding the balance between biological realism and the computational efficiency of our simulator at Cytocast. Outside office hours (and big cities), he enjoys riding horses, hiking mountains, and climbing rocks.
István Bágyi
Innovation and Grant Coordinator
István has strong industrial and research experiences in Europe and the USA. He is an innovation manager and grant specialist with proven skills in the chemical industry, drug discovery and development, biotechnology, nanotechnology, electric technology, and software development. He is also a legal and compliance professional in the software industry with broad experience supporting C-suite-level stakeholders. He is enthusiastic about various sports like soccer, tennis, yoga, sailing, and skiing.
Szabolcs Cselgő Kovács
Szabolcs holds a degree in nanotechnology and has a keen interest in computational modelling of biological systems. Currently started his Ph.D. under the supervision of Prof. Csikász-Nagy and Erzsébet Fichó. His expertise extends to areas like system biology, synthetic biology, and machine learning. Szabolcs plays a vital role in expanding the company's internal biological database, examining the biological reliability of the simulation pipeline, and systematically evaluating simulation results. He enjoys working on reinforcement machine learning models and small website development projects in his free time.
Zsófia Binder
Zsófia Binder is a highly skilled data scientist with a background in biology, holding an Infobionics Engineering MSc from Pázmány Péter Catholic University. She possesses a keen interest in data analytics, systems biology, and psychology. Her curiosity and knowledge in these areas drive her to uncover meaningful insights and contribute to advancements in bioinformatics. During her free time, Zsófia enjoys engaging in handicraft activities such as sewing and crocheting. She also likes music and enjoys playing the piano and attending concerts.
Áron Weber
Áron is a talented bioinformatician with a strong academic background in computational systems biology. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. under the supervision of Prof. Csikász-Nagy and Erzsébet Fichó, he focuses on mathematical modeling of biological systems, applied statistics, and network biology. Áron contributes to the team by evaluating simulation results and providing valuable biological context. Additionally, he dedicates his free time to organizing summer camps for children.
János Szalma
János Szalma is a Bioinformatician specializing in AI and Machine Learning. With a background in Molecular Bionics and Biomedical Engineering, he is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Pázmány Péter Catholic University with the supervision of Attila Csikász-Nagy and Erzsébet Fichó. János's scientific interests include Graph Neural Networks and Large Language Models. At Cytocast, he leverages his expertise to drive bioinformatics developments. János is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI and Machine Learning to make impactful advancements in this field.
Gergely Szabó
Gergő has a Master's degree in info-bionics and is in the final stage of his PhD, focusing on machine learning and computer vision. His primary focus is machine learning theoretical research and industrial model development, elimination of model biases, synthetic data generation, and data engineering. He is a board game enthusiast and plays the drums in his free time.
Írisz Mertus
Írisz is a skilled developer primarily focused on the development of the simulation core in C++. She holds degrees in modeling and health engineering and has gained research experience during her time at the University of Minnesota. Írisz's interests extend to both the development and scientific aspects of the work. Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys baking cakes, organizing events, and practicing environmental awareness.
Csanád Tabajdi
Csanád Tabajdi is a talented Software Developer with a passion for cutting-edge technologies. He holds a BSc in Molecular Bionics Engineering and is currently pursuing an MSc in Computer Science Engineering. Csanád actively contributes to various aspects of our work: development, IT operations, and quality engineering ensuring the delivery of dependable products. His scientific interests span across machine learning, data science, frontend, and backend development. Beyond his professional pursuits, Csanád finds joy in activities like swimming, hiking, and engaging in electronics projects. Moreover, he plays the violin.
Balázs Drávai
Balázs is a skilled software developer with a focus on creating innovative solutions. Conducting his Ph.D. in Informatics, he brings a strong academic background to his work. He is committed to delivering high-quality products and finding efficient solutions to complex problems.
Judit Iván
Judit Iván, our Office Manager holds a PhD in Biological Sciences, specializing in Immunology. However, she is a highly versatile professional and currently provides valuable support to Cytocast in areas such as office operations, human resources, and finances. Judit efficiently manages our daily operations and coupled with her knowledge in life sciences, she brings a unique perspective to her role. She enjoys hiking and has a soft spot for dogs.
Santiago Noto
Machine Learning Researcher (Contractor)
Santiago holds a degree in informatics and is in the final stages of completing a Ph.D. in Computer Science. He likes working with machine learning techniques to address biological problems and has a particular interest in matrix factorization methods. In his free time, he likes cooking, playing games, and watching rugby.
Kinga Sükösd
Partnership and Grant Coordinator / Scientific Writer
Kinga is a versatile professional with expertise in grant writing, scientific writing, partnership coordination, and medico-marketing. With a background in medical biotechnology, she has a deep interest in health informatics, network science, and medical entrepreneurship. Kinga has a passion for storytelling and enjoys reading books, and she also practices yoga and gardening in her free time. (On temporary leave.)