Sailash Patel has been appointed chief financial officer at Furiex Pharmaceuticals, Inc., effective November 15, 2013. Mr. Patel replaces Marshall Woodworth, who has resigned to pursue other interests, but will remain to assist with the transition.   Mr. Patel currently serves as vice president of strategic development at Furiex, a role he held since its spin-off from PPD LLC, where he oversees corporate development, investor relations and strategic planning. Previously, Mr. Patel served as vice...