KatePatterson

Associate Professor Kate Patterson

Veterinary Education Designer

Centre for Veterinary Education

Veterinarians play an essential role in addressing some of the most urgent global health challenges, including future pandemics, antimicrobial resistance, and zoonotic diseases. By adopting a One Health Approach, they tackle interconnected issues that affect human, animal, and environmental health, offering solutions that will shape our future.

Kate is a veterinarian, education designer and visual science communicator who is passionate about making science accessible to diverse audiences. After completing a PhD in molecular biology focused on cancer research, Kate recognised the power of effective communication in advancing scientific understanding. Now, she combines her scientific expertise with emerging technologies like 3D biomedical animation and virtual reality to help people engage with science in meaningful ways, promoting evidence-based learning that sparks curiosity and conversation.

With an MPhil in Media Arts, Kate combines her design expertise with a transdisciplinary approach to veterinary education, blending science, design, and technology. She advocates for integrating innovative design principles with evidence-based practice to foster educational excellence. She envisions a community of lifelong learners who evolve to meet global health challenges and continuously improve veterinary care.