Izabela Tałałaj

Dr. Izabela Tałałaj is a researcher at the Department of Plant Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Biology, University of Białystok. Her work focuses on the evolution of reproductive systems in orchids (Orchidaceae) and their interactions with pollinators. She employs field experiments, audiovisual observations, and laboratory techniques such as asymbiotic in vitro seed germination to study these systems. Her interdisciplinary research involves collaboration with entomologists and molecular biologists, primarily in northeastern Poland. She is a member of the Polish Botanical Society (PTB).

Research Interests: Izabela's research emphasizes understanding how orchid reproductive strategies evolve and how these plants interact with their pollinators. This includes studying seed viability through in vitro methods and analyzing natural populations in their ecological contexts. Her collaborative approach integrates entomological and molecular perspectives to address broader evolutionary questions.

Cooperation Offers: She provides expertise in conducting asymbiotic orchid seed cultures in vitro, which supports research into plant propagation and conservation efforts.