Scientific and healthcare knowledge
Aimee’s curiosity and love for all things science related led her on a path of study that included completing a BSc in life sciences – with a double major in physiology and psychology – followed by a BSc (Hons) in physiology at the University of Stellenbosch. After realising that her future would not manifest itself within a Petri dish, Aimee relocated from the beautiful winelands of the Western Cape to the UK to pursue a new challenge of completing an MSc in physiotherapy at Sheffield Hallam University, and gained experience in the fields of women’s health, mental health, elderly care and neurorehabilitation.
Aimee has worked in a range of environments – including a wine cellar, as a personal trainer in a commercial gym and on a busy hospital ward – but none of these roles sparked her interest like science communications. At kdm communications she relies on her breadth of scientific and healthcare knowledge, combined with her creativity, to produce high quality written materials for a range of clients including Binding Site, Laetus, Ingenza and Abbott. She also appreciates the extra perks associated with a career in writing, such as an excuse for an extensive, colour-coordinated assortment of stationery!
Although she occasionally misses the South African sun, Aimee has developed a new love for exploring the English countryside with her family and canine companion. She also enjoys working out, playing rugby, socialising with friends, enjoying delicious foods and expressing her artistic skills through drawing and playing the piano.