Dr. Lucy Liaw is a scientist, educator, and wellness advocate whose work bridges the worlds of biomedical research, martial arts, and mindfulness. A faculty scientist at MaineHealth, and professor at the University of Maine and Tufts University School of Medicine, Lucy’s research focuses on cardiovascular health and metabolic disease, tackling some of today’s most pressing health challenges. Outside the lab, Lucy is a dedicated practitioner of Japanese martial arts and a certified yoga instructor, bringing her passion for mind-body integration to her community. In this episode, Dr. Liaw shares her path from studying biology at the University of Arizona to earning her PhD at the University of Washington, and how she followed both science and intuition to Maine. She discusses her work in research mentorship, her efforts to expand life sciences in Maine, and her commitment to fostering resilience through movement and mindfulness.