About

Brieuc Cossic

Veterinary anatomic pathologist · Founder of Nekyia

Portrait of Brieuc Cossic

My background

I’m a veterinary anatomic pathologist with experience in biotech and pharmaceutical companies, including Idorsia and Roche. My work covers toxicologic and investigative pathology across laboratory animal species, from exploratory and maximum tolerated dose (MTD) studies to GLP and IND-enabling safety programmes.

Neuropathology is a particular focus, especially in ASO and siRNA development. I’ve performed primary evaluations and independent peer reviews of studies assessing the brain, spinal cord, dorsal root ganglia and peripheral nerves, including intrathecal programmes.

I also work with computational scientists on tissue annotation, image analysis and review of cell detections and segmentations. I’ve worked in small project teams and large multidisciplinary groups. At Nekyia, I bring that experience directly to your study.

Qualifications

ACVP Diplomate
American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2018
Anatomic pathology residency
Cornell University, 2015–2018
Master of Science
International Animal Health, University of Edinburgh
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
University of Liège

Selected scientific contributions

Peer-reviewed publication · 2022

Computer-assisted mitotic count using a deep learning-based algorithm improves interobserver reproducibility and accuracy

Coauthor · Veterinary Pathology, 59(2), 211–226

Publication and author list

Conference contribution · 2025

AI-assisted Purkinje cell density baseline in 54 control cynomolgus macaques and sex comparison

First-author abstract · BSTP/ESTP Congress, Manchester

Official proceedings · abstract on page 65

Selected scientific work from my earlier industry roles.

About the practice

The name Nekyia

Nekyia (νέκυια) is an ancient Greek term for a rite of consulting the dead. In Book XI of Homer’s Odyssey, Odysseus seeks guidance from the prophet Tiresias.

In pathology, we consult the dead to understand disease and help make future treatments safer.

Literary reference: Homer, Odyssey, Book XI.

Print-style illustration of Odysseus on a rocky shore facing the shade of Tiresias across mist, with a Greek boat beside him
Odysseus’s encounter with Tiresias.

Contact

Discuss a study.

Email me the question, the material available and your key dates.