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Bianca Zordan

Amsterdam

Summary

I am a problem solver. I am passionate about employing biomimetic design to solve human challenges through integrating innovation, technology, and nature. I specialise in research and implementation of nature-based solutions within urban environments. I am committed to driving impactful change through holistic, sustainable, and interdisciplinary approaches to urban planning and environmental design. I value clear communication and story telling- research and data have impact when it is understandable and interesting.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Scientific Consultant

NAUTI
01.2025 - Current


  • Secured grant funding (TU Delft The Green Village: 50k) through persuasive proposal writing and networking, enabling progress on critical data and tech projects.
  • Secured funding by developing comprehensive business plans and pitch decks. Won the See You In Court Competition, receiving prizes valued over 50k.
  • Secured ongoing strategic partnerships between NAUTI and the Rotterdam Zoo, the water management authority of Rotterdam, Water Surveyor, the AMS Institute, Anima.ai, Tilaa, NV BIM, Banning Advocaten, and Rabobank.
  • Designed experimental protocols for bioremediator to comply with European standards.
  • Developed tailored Nature-based solutions typologies for various biological water pollutant profiles.


Greenhouse Manager and Plant Care Expert

Leafy-Life
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Enhanced plant growth by implementing effective greenhouse management strategies and techniques.
  • Reduced pest infestations through regular inspection and implementation of integrated pest management practices.
  • Implemented new technologies such as ML species detection scanning for improved data collection and analysis, enhancing decision-making processes and strategies in the greenhouse.
  • Optimized plant nutrition programs by conducting soil tests and applying appropriate fertilizers to promote healthy growth.

Wetland Educator and Conference Manager

RE-PEAT
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Develop and revise curriculum for teenage science classes in the UK.
  • Ideated and organized the 2022 conference on Rights of Peatlands. Ensured over 21 events over the span of 6 days. Attracted over 500 participants and over 600 euros in donations.

Forest Restoration Field Manager and Researcher

Plantar Uma Arvore
10.2019 - 01.2020


  • Supervised seasonal staff members and volunteers, providing guidance, training, and feedback to ensure their successful integration into the restoration team.
  • Conducted data collection on Acacia tree species populations to identify at risk areas for forest fires and soil degradation.
  • Restored native ecosystems by coordinating invasive species control efforts and native flora re-planting.

Education

Master of Science - Metropolitan Analysis, Design, and Engineering

AMS Institute
Amsterdam
01-2025

Master of Science - Urban and Regional Planning

University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam
01-2024

Liberal Arts & Sciences - Environmental Policy And Ecology

Amsterdam University College
01-2023

Skills

  • Biomimicry Design Process
  • Thematic coding and analysis using ATLASti
  • Policy Mapping and Stakeholder Analysis
  • GIS Pro
  • Bibliometric analysis
  • 3D Ecological landscape design
  • Science communication
  • Academic and report writing
  • Interdisciplinary thinking and collaboration
  • Public speaking
  • Canva

Accomplishments

    Competitions

    Winner of MIT Summer School Pitch Competition on Ecological Research Design [August, 2025]

    Winner of See You in Court Startup Competition on behalf of NAUTI [2025]

    Winner EU Horizons Policy Competition on Sustainable Tourism in Amsterdam [2022]

    Extracurriculars

    Programme Committee Chair, MADE Programme [2024-Current]

    Proof Reading and Editing for new English writers [2023-Current]

    MIT Summer School [2024, 2025]

    Earth Law Summer School [2022]

LANGUAGES

English
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Limited Working
Italian
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Scientific Consultant

NAUTI
01.2025 - Current

Greenhouse Manager and Plant Care Expert

Leafy-Life
01.2022 - 01.2025

Wetland Educator and Conference Manager

RE-PEAT
01.2021 - 01.2023

Forest Restoration Field Manager and Researcher

Plantar Uma Arvore
10.2019 - 01.2020

Master of Science - Metropolitan Analysis, Design, and Engineering

AMS Institute

Master of Science - Urban and Regional Planning

University of Amsterdam

Liberal Arts & Sciences - Environmental Policy And Ecology

Amsterdam University College

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