The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, a partnership between Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Imperial College London (Imperial) is training doctors who put patients at the center of their exemplary care.<ul><li>Led the school's research communication efforts, including writing and editing an annual publication.</li><li>Worked with a team of writers to develop science narratives for a wide range of audiences and customize content for social media.</li><li>Crafted speeches and memos for leadership.</li><li>Edited the school's newsletter.</li><li>Oversaw the conceptualization and execution of coffee table books documenting the school's history and key milestones, one of which (The Patient Comes First) was recognized with an APEX 2019 Award.</li><li>Scripted and edited a well-received video series showcasing individual scientists area of research.</li></ul>

Senior Assistant Director, Communications & Outreach

<ul><li>Edited Singapore Health, published by Singapore Press Holdings Custom Publishing for SingHealth and Singapore General Hospital.</li><li>Managed both the Group Communications research communications team as well as a wider integrated research communications team from the cluster of healthcare institutions.</li><li>Oversaw and developed communication strategies across internal and external channels to deliver effective and high impact campaigns for research achievements and events.</li><li>Configured new communication platforms to extend the reach of research-related news, including an e-bulletin which has attracted subscribers from across Singapore.</li></ul>

Manager

<ul><li>Supervised and implemented corporate and healthcare focused PR campaigns for a variety of clients, including Roche Diagnostics, Advance Medical Optics, Bayer Healthcare and Reckitt Benckiser.</li><li>Developed and implemented a relationship building communications plan for a contact lens solution manufacturer to enhance its reputation.</li><li>Delivered strategic media opportunities in international media for a local sports marketing agency, including the Financial Times, Newsweek and BusinessWeek.</li></ul>

Senior Account Executive

Schering Health Care Ltd manufactured ethical pharmaceutical products in the UK and has since been acquired by Bayer Plc.<ul><li>Contributed to and implemented consumer and healthcare professional PR strategies.</li><li>Developed internal communication channels, including the in house magazine and intranet.</li><li>Worked on an educational tool for healthcare professionals which was shortlisted for a ‘writing excellence’ award at the 2006 communiqué awards.</li><li>Created a suite of patient information collateral including a DVD, and print patient materials for MS therapy, which received a highly commended at the British Medical Association's patient information awards.</li></ul>

PR Executive

The Communication Group plc is an independent PR consultancy in the UK specialising in corporate and financial communication, consumer public relations and public affairs.&nbsp;<ul><li>Supported launch event and publicity for a research report into transport infrastructure.</li><li>Awarded as young achiever of the year, a highly commended company award.</li></ul>

Account Executive

Featured Professor Rhodes, a full professor at LKCMedicine and NTU’s School of Biological Sciences and an internationally-renowned scientist focusing on telomeres.

Women in Science: A Minority Report

Nicole Lim

Created a news journal about LKCMedicine scientists identifying new biomarkers for non-healing wounds.

LKCMedicine Scientists Identify New Biomarkers for Non-Healing Wounds

Wrote a medical journal about how the Imperial is seizing the opportunity offered by its regular curriculum review process to adopt and adapt some of the innovative curriculum delivery methods pioneered by LKCMedicine in Singapore.

New Imperial Faculty of Medicine Dean Eyes LKCMedicine Approach in Curriculum Review

Crafted a medical journal about how scientists at LKCMedicine have taken another step towards the latter goal by defining, for the first time, the critical period for the system in charge of touch.

LKCMedicine Scientists Deepen Our Understanding of How and When We Learn Best

Wrote a news article about aspiring the inaugural International Young Investigators Symposium, where many young medical students attended to hear many inspiring stories from a stellar line-up of speakers.

Passion for Science Takes Centre Stage at Inaugural International Young Investigators Symposium

Crafted a feature article about how medicine and its impact on society through different forms of art is often an optional and even neglected part of medical curricula.

Bringing Art Into Medicine

Oversaw the production of video series that showcase individual principal investigators' research.

LKCMedicine Research Spotlight

Wrote a news article about nature's poisonous and toxic plants and unsuspecting predators.

Natural Born 'Killers'

Crafted a health feature on emotional wellbeing and diabetes.

Singapore Health

Wrote about turning back the clock on pre-diabetes.

Discussed how the discovery of new antibiotics, no matter the stage of development, tends to make headlines these days but very few end up crossing the finish line and how the level of interest in this branch of drugs reflects the seriousness of the threat posed by the growing number of drugs.

Staying Ahead in the Fight Against Tuberculosis

Created a news article covering the speed at which the Zika virus has taken hold has caught many people off-guard.

Why We May Have to Live With Zika

Edited a newsletter that covers the latest news and developments at NTU's medical school.

The LKCMedicine Newsletter

Worked with a writer to create a cohesive and engaging conference feature.

Where Will the Future of Healthcare Take Us?

Compiled selection of feature, medical and profile stories.

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Nicole Lim is a medical writer with over 10 years of experience in healthcare, medical education, and corporate communications, the last seven years spent specializing in research and medical education communications. She has a proven track record in copywriting and editing for a wide range of communication collaterals and channels, from branding to patient education and science writing. Nicole is also experienced in running events and managing strategic media and branding campaigns for large Singapore-based organizations and MNCs. Working for LKCMedicine at NTU, she manages social media which includes creating and customizing relevant content for Facebook and Twitter.

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Women in Science: A Minority Report

LKCMedicine Scientists Identify New Biomarkers for Non-Healing Wounds

New Imperial Faculty of Medicine Dean Eyes LKCMedicine Approach in Curriculum Review

LKCMedicine Scientists Deepen Our Understanding of How and When We Learn Best

Passion for Science Takes Centre Stage at Inaugural International Young Investigators Symposium

Bringing Art Into Medicine

Women in Science: A Minority Report

LKCMedicine Scientists Identify New Biomarkers for Non-Healing Wounds

New Imperial Faculty of Medicine Dean Eyes LKCMedicine Approach in Curriculum Review

LKCMedicine Scientists Deepen Our Understanding of How and When We Learn Best

Passion for Science Takes Centre Stage at Inaugural International Young Investigators Symposium

Bringing Art Into Medicine