A hardworking, goal-driven PhD student in Molecular Biology and Virology under the supervision of Prof. Burtram Fielding at the Medical Bioscience department, determined to diligently finish any task I set out for myself. Outside of the lab, I am an avid public speaker who thoroughly enjoys lecturing paramedic students part-time at the Emergency Medical Sciences department of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).As an amateur photographer, I find it relaxing and fulfilling to capture picturesque nature scenes as well as those candid shots that bring out the vulnerability and honesty of moments.My work is of great value to me. Having high expectations of myself, I strive only to do my best and instil the same mindset in others. I find it rewarding to work with people who want to work and who share my enthusiasm and drive for what they do.