Dr. Zhengmao Lu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Zhengmao Lu is a researcher specialized in liquid-vapor phase change, thermofluids, and micro/nanoengineering. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Tsinghua University in 2012, followed by a Master of Science and a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2014 and 2018, respectively. He is currently affiliated with the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) as an Assistant Professor. Lu has a strong focus on the interfacial phenomena involved in heat and mass transfer processes, particularly in applications related to power generation, water purification, and cooling systems. His teaching includes courses on liquid-gas interfacial heat mass transfer and thermodynamics, where he emphasizes foundational analysis and an understanding of multiscale physics. He also supervises PhD students in related research domains, focusing on knowledge applied to energy conversion systems and thermodynamic cycles.

Research Interests

Courses

Liquid-Gas Interfacial Heat Mass Transfer Thermodynamics

Requirements for École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field Strong foundation in Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Probability Proficiency in programming (Python, Java, or C++)
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of University Degree(s)
  • Official Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Copy of Passport or Identity Card
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Standard requirements for Engineering and Basic Science Master's programs. Architecture requires an additional portfolio.