ABOUT PORTFOLI-OH!
FROM APCONIX
Portfoli-oh! originated from our day jobs in the Pharma industry
where each drug project is an exciting challenge of balancing
resources across multiple projects with the end game
of approval always in mind.
ABOUT PORTFOLI-OH!
FROM APCONIX
Portfoli-oh! originated from our day jobs in the Pharma industry
where each drug project is an exciting challenge of balancing
resources across multiple projects with the end game
of approval always in mind.
ABOUT PORTFOLI-OH!
FROM APCONIX
Portfoli-oh! originated from our day jobs in the Pharma industry where each drug project is an exciting challenge of balancing resources across multiple projects with the end game of approval always in mind.
Portfoli-oh! originated from our day jobs in the Pharma industry where each drug project is an exciting challenge of balancing resources across multiple projects with the end game of approval always in mind. Along the way there are multiple challenges and opportunities and a few surprises against an ever-evolving corporate strategy. As a player, you can maximise your chances of success although there is an element of luck in the cards that come your way.
Each of the challenges and opportunities listed has occurred in real life – so the whole game is somewhat realistic!
The game is really aimed at fellow pharma nerds and as an educational tool for students but is designed so it can also be played by people with no understanding of drug discovery and development, hence the colour coding and linear arrangement of the stages of discovery through development to clinical.
The game was first a series of bits of coloured card to test the concept – this then evolved to a first printed set of cards featuring the original art work of @artby_emma (See Dr Emma Walker on Linked In at linkedin.com/in/emma-walker-a93417134).
This beta version was then tested on numerous friends, colleagues and family to bring us to where we are today. Thanks to all of you!
We have many ideas for expansion packs and would love to hear your ideas so please message us at portfolio-oh@apconix.com.
Hope you enjoy the game!







ApconiX are experts in ion channel biology, safety science and in all aspects of nonclinical programme design and delivery.
ApconiX was formed by three AstraZeneca colleagues with the drive and ambition to create a world-renowned company founded on the skills and experience of a growing team with a wide range of expertise in nonclinical drug safety.
The model for the pharmaceutical industry has evolved in recent years with large pharma reducing internal capability and outsourcing key skills
to trusted partners. There are many more SMEs and academic groups who also need access to specialised services.
ApconiX addresses all needs by providing an exceptional group of scientists to these companies, in a cost-effective and flexible way. In this way, companies work with people they trust, to make better decisions on drug safety.
Emma’s Original Art

‘Echoes’
Pencil and ink on paper
(2011)
‘Pandora’s Box’
Mixed Media on paper
(2016)
‘In Hand’
Colour photograph
(2017)
‘4 Gorleston Street, London’
Watercolour on paper
(2021)
@artby_emma (See Dr Emma Walker on Linkedln at linkedin.com/in/emma-walker-a93417134)
Emma’s Original Art

@artby_emma (See Dr Emma Walker on Linkedln at linkedin.com/in/emma-walker-a93417134)
Emma’s Original Art

‘Echoes’
Pencil and ink on paper
(2011)

‘Pandora’s Box’
Mixed Media on paper
(2016)

‘In Hand’
Colour photograph
(2017

‘4 Gorleston Street, London’
Watercolour on paper
(2021)
@artby_emma (See Dr Emma Walker on Linkedln at linkedin.com/in/emma-walker-a93417134)