Acicularis was founded by Rose Whelan (PhD, MBA) an experienced scientific and commercial leader who has built, led, and launched innovation from within global life science organizations.

We combine deep domain expertise across agriculture and human oriented biotechnology, including feed/food additives, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals and AI‑enabled biomarker platforms.

We have extensive experience taking complex programs from early research to commercialization, including:

• Designing and executing international research programs

• Pitching new ventures to investors

• Managing international cross‑functional teams

• Developing and defending intellectual property and freedom‑to‑operate strategies

• Negotiating strategic partnerships

• Assessing market opportunities and risks

• Launching novel products

• Defining sustainable commercialization and market access strategies

Our expertise enables a deep understanding of both the technical realities and business pressures our clients face. Through longstanding connections in global innovation ecosystems, we also provide clients with access to an international network that accelerates collaboration, insight, and opportunity.

We are a trusted partner translating rigorous science into clear decisions, defensible strategies, and sustainable commercial value.