My name is Mengmeng Lu. I am a postdoctoral scholar at University of Notre Dame. That’s my work title, I regard myself as a working researcher.
To describe my personality — independent, inquisitive, open-minded, non-judgmental, free-spirited — Well, that’s what I strive to be. I am struggling with my weakness from time to time. I am not perfect.
My work aim is to understand the laws of nature.
I received my Ph.D. at the Molecular and Environmental Plant Sciences Program at Texas A&M University.
I perform research on forest genetics and genomics by analyzing next-generation sequencing data, trying to find genes or causal variants controlling adaptive and resistance traits, and correlate the genetic variations to adaption scenarios.
In my spare time, I try to immerse myself into art, philosophy, and nature. I read and travel to discover beauty.
I am a fervent fan of British period drama. I spent a lot of time watching Jane Austen and Agatha Christie’s novel-adapted films/TV series.