Hiroshi Yamazaki is a seasoned professional in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, currently serving as a Director at NineSigma since August 2017, where expertise includes providing Open Innovation services and consulting on technical problems to connect clients with global solution providers. Prior experience includes a Business Development role at Cyclica from March 2021 to December 2022, focusing on partnership building in drug discovery with Japanese pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Earlier, from April 2011 to July 2017, Hiroshi held the position of Pharmaceutical Technician at Nippon Kayaku Co., Ltd., specializing in formulation technology, project management, and compliance with regulatory standards. Hiroshi holds a Master's degree in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of Shizuoka and a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Josai University.