CEO
Dr. Gopalkrishna Pai
CEO
Dr. Gopalkrishna Pai, a Masters in Microbiology and Doctorate in Applied Biology from KEM Hospital & GS Seth Medical College, University of Mumbai, is a visionary leader and seasoned executive with more than 35 years of research experience in driving innovation and excellence in the biopharmaceutical and clinical research industry. As the Chief Executive Officer of YOU V Research Private Limited, Gopal is the driving force behind the company’s transformative growth and operational success. Under his leadership, YOU V has become synonymous with cutting-edge clinical research service management, strategic regulatory compliance, and seamless execution of clinical trials. His forward-thinking approach and unwavering commitment to operations, quality and productivity excellence will continue to propel the company to newer heights.
Experience
With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Gopal has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of clinical research and biopharmaceutical development. His experience spans across working in various large Bio-pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research Organizations and Academic Research in Hospitals. His extensive global experience has seen him excel in leadership roles at premier organizations, including Director roles at At Dose India, George Clinical India, IQVIA, Adamas Pharmaceuticals, Omnicare Clinical Research. He also served as Clinical operations head and business strategy with Clinigene International (a Biocon Group Co.) and Merind India, locally. Gopal’s unparalleled expertise spans across multiple therapeutic areas such as infectious disease, oncology, cardiovascular, neuroscience, and dermatology, positioning him as a thought leader in the industry. He has experience he bring from his contributions to Pfizer, GSK, Searle and Hoechst in early parts of his clinical research career.
Renowned for his strategic leadership, Gopalkrishna has successfully led full-spectrum pre-clinical studies, clinical trials from Phase I to Phase IV and has been instrumental in establishing and managing world-class CROs and start-ups. His deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, project management and clinical operations has made him a trusted authority in ensuring seamless project execution, maximizing efficiency, and exceeding client expectations on a global scale. Recently, he has been part of greenfield risk-based monitoring and risk based quality and performance management metrics creation for a very large CVD project from a UK sponsor.
Research
A passionate advocate for advancing medical research, Gopal has been at the forefront of innovative clinical trial design and execution. His extensive contributions to global clinical research include protocol development, clinical trial management, and medical writing for high-impact studies across the U.S., EU, and Southeast Asia markets. He has pioneered the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, including centralized monitoring models and advanced clinical trial systems, positioning YOU V as a leader in leveraging technological advancements for clinical success.
Gopal’s unwavering dedication to enhancing the standards of clinical trials and improving patient outcomes is reflected in his numerous collaborations with top-tier academic and research institutions, as well as his ongoing commitment to developing robust research methodologies. As a senior consultant and advisor, he is also known to be a solution provider in challenging operational situations for large multinational and local hospital research setups.
Awards & Recognitions
Gopal’s exemplary leadership and outstanding contributions to the pharmaceutical and clinical research sectors have earned him widespread recognition. He is a sought-after speaker at international conferences, sharing his insights on clinical research innovation, regulatory strategy, and quality management systems. His expertise in project management and regulatory compliance has been instrumental in shaping and implementing industry standards. He has spearheaded training initiatives that have empowered organizations to elevate their research operations.
From setting new benchmarks in clinical trial efficiency and productivity to driving business development efforts that have secured multi-million-dollar projects, Gopal’s contributions continue to redefine excellence in the industry. His commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in clinical research solidifies his reputation as a visionary leader and changemaker.