My current role focuses on basic-science education and strategy in general, with specialisation in high-fidelity Human Patient Simulation. I am a Univeristy Enterpise Fellow.

My specific interests are the application of Human Patient Simulation, especially physiological models, to the teaching key aspects of physiology in undergraduate curricula, and to blended pre- and clincial learning in medicine. I am the academic lead for the University of Bristol Biomedical Simulation Centre. I have published and presented on simulation at numerous workshops and as a keynote speaker. I am currrently writing the book 'Learning Physiology in Context' with co-authors Dr Eugene Lloyd (Bristol) and Dr Willem van Meurs (simulation model author and consultant), publication mid-2024 by SIMEdita, Italy.

My research background is in the area of ion channels, receptors and signalling molecules during development of the mammalian auditory system. Specifically I was interested in changes in expression patterns of these key molecules during development of the sensory hair cells of the cochlea. Techniques used include whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology.

Outside of simulation and research my roles have included school Director of Teaching, and I am currently the Programme Director for programmes with industrial study as well as a Unit Director. I have experience in management of teaching and teaching staff, programme and unit development, quality assurance. I have held numerous school and faculty roles.