Emma Akuffo, BSc, PhD, MBA
Director of Study Management

Emma oversees the Study Management, Advanced Research Science and Quality Assurance teams at Richmond Pharmacology.

During her 10 years at Richmond Pharmacology, Emma has worked on over 100 Early Phase Studies ensuring optimal delivery of clinical trial outcomes for our sponsors. This has been achieved through efficient, streamlined processes, the production of high quality documentation and stringent regulatory compliance.

Prior to working at Richmond Pharmacology, Emma worked on various drug development projects within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry as well as academia.

Emma is a full member of the British Pharmacological Society and holds a BSc in Biology & Chemistry, PhD in Biochemistry and an MBA.

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Latest news

Richmond Pharmacology Announces Promotion of Dr Priscilla Ochuba to Associate Medical Director

August 1, 2025
Richmond Pharmacology is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr Priscilla Ochuba to Associate Medical Director, effective 1st August 2025.
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Red4Research Blog – Alan’s Story

June 24, 2025
#Red4Research is a global initiative that recognises the essential role of clinical research in improving treatment, outcomes, and the future of medicine.
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Events

JSCPT 2025

5th –6th December 2025
Richmond Pharmacology will attend JSCPT 2025 in Tokyo, represented by their leadership team. Topics include early-phase studies, bridging studies between Europe and Asia, gene and RNA-based therapy development, and cross-border collaboration.
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