Kathryn Ackley, PhD

Dr. Ackley earned her doctorate in analytical chemistry from the University of Cincinnati. She spent 16 years working in CDMOs serving the pharmaceutical industry. She has held positions in QC, production management, project management, and business development. Dr. Ackley was the Vice President of Development for Nitto Denko Avecia, one of the leading oligonucleotide CDMOs. Since 2018, Dr. Ackley has served as an independent CMC consultant. She is a member of the scientific advisory boards of the US TIDES conference and Chimica Oggi- Chemistry Today.