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Consulting Services

Frederick Westhorpe, Ph.D.

Pharmacology

I offer deep expertise in pharmacology and cellular science as they pertain to drug discovery. I specialise in designing robust pharmacological assays, interpreting complex pharmacological data, defining project requirements to meet timelines and budgets, and communicating findings to stakeholders across an organisation.

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Example Consulting Topics:

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Design and optimisation of pharmacology assays and data evaluation, with emphases on:

      > Small molecules

      > Understanding polypharmacology

      > GPCRs

      > Target activation (agonism)

      > CNS indications

 

Building a small molecule portfolio data structures that are future-proof, minable, and AI/ML-ready.

Drug Discovery

I bring extensive experience in leading preclinical drug discovery programs, with a focus on efficiently advancing assets from hit identification to clinical readiness.

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Example Consulting Topics:

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Strategic planning for hit-to-lead and lead optimisation phases.

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Establishing efficient workflows for design-make-test-analyse cycles.

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Portfolio prioritisation and resource allocation for early-stage programs.

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Gap analysis of preclinical data packages to ensure correct candidate selection and clinical readiness.

Biotech R&D Strategy

Successful biotech companies align scientific goals with corporate objectives, navigate growth challenges, and build effective R&D portfolios. I leverage experience across start-ups, mid-size biotechs, and large pharma to provide tailored advice for sustainable success.

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Example Consulting Topics:

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R&D portfolio strategy and alignment with corporate vision.

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Building scalable preclinical infrastructure for start-ups.

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Strategic risk assessments of pipeline projects.

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Vendor and CRO management for preclinical programs.

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Effective communication of scientific strategy to executive teams and investors.

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