معرفی
Filip Varga is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb, specializing in plant biodiversity and molecular genetics. He previously served as an assistant at the same institution from 2015 to 2021.
- PhD in Biology (2014), University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science
- MSc in Experimental Biology (2014), University of Zagreb
- BSc in Biology (2011), University of Zagreb
His research focuses on DNA marker techniques, molecular phylogenetics, herbarium collections, and ethnobotany. He integrates GIS tools and bioinformatics to study genetic diversity, particularly in Dalmatian pyrethrum and medicinal plants. Filip employs advanced technologies like computer vision for seed analysis and next-generation sequencing for biodiversity conservation.
The most recent publications highlight his expertise in chromatographic analysis of pyrethrins, ethnobotanical studies in Dalmatia, and innovative agricultural data methods. His work aligns with projects funded by the European Structural and Investment Funds and the Croatian Science Foundation.
Key projects include:
- CroP-BioDiv: Coordinator (2018–2023)
- Genome-wide microsatellite identification: Partner (2020–2022)
- Twinning Open Data Operational: Partner (2019–2022)
- Genetic basis of insecticidal potential in Dalmatian pyrethrum: Coordinator (2017–2021)
Filip is a member of the CroP-BioDiv center, the National Program for Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources, and the Croatian Botanical Society.
