50th Anniversary Spotlight on Rongxiu Wu

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Rongxiu Wu – Research Assistant

How did you come to know HDI?
Self-exploration

How long have you been at HDI and what is your role?
I have been working as a research assistant in HDI for more than three years.

During your time at HDI, of which accomplishments are you most proud?
I had the chance to work with Dr. Rumrill, Dr. Adams, and Dr. Sheppard-Jones on a manuscript which focuses on the umployment reasons for people with multiple sclerosis and have it published.

Please share a fun or fond moment you had with HDI?
I still miss the time that several ladies in the floor at MIB come to Lindsey’s office during the noon break and had exercise together.

Do you have any advice for current and future staff and students at HDI?
Hopefully we could find ways to work on more research and spread our findings out.

What does HDI mean to you?
HDI is always a big warm inclusive family to me.

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