Jimi Naoki Nakajima

Jimi Naoki Nakajima is a Full Professor at the Institute of Biology of the Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU), with exclusive dedication to academic activities since 1992. His work is primarily associated with the Postgraduate Program in Plant Biology and the Postgraduate Program in Ecology, Conservation and Biodiversity Science.

Dr. Nakajima's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences (1986), Master's degree in Biological Sciences (Plant Biology, 1991), and PhD in Plant Biology (2000), all from São Paulo State University and the State University of Campinas. His research focuses on Phanerogam Taxonomy, with specific emphasis on floristic surveys in Uberlândia and surrounding regions, rocky fields of Minas Gerais, and the Asteraceae family of Brazil.

His publication record shows consistent research output primarily focused on Brazilian plant taxonomy, with particular attention to the Asteraceae family. His work combines traditional taxonomic approaches with floristic and ecological perspectives, contributing significantly to the understanding of plant diversity in the Cerrado biome and rocky field ecosystems.

• Phanerogam Taxonomy specialist
• Expert in Asteraceae systematics
• Conducts floristic surveys in Minas Gerais
• Focus on rocky field ecosystems
• Active contributor to Brazilian flora documentation

As a faculty member at UFU, Dr. Nakajima maintains an active research program with regular publication output, supervises graduate students in plant biology, and contributes to the academic community through his expertise in plant systematics and taxonomy.