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Dr. Sanja Hakala is a Research Fellow at the Department of Ecology and Evolution, University of Lausanne, affiliated with the Chapuisat Group. Her research focuses on social insects, particularly ants, examining topics like social behavior, material transfers, and evolutionary adaptations. She addresses pressing issues such as climate change impacts, biodiversity loss, and the role of scientists in ecological emergencies. Her work combines genetic analysis, behavioral studies, and ecological field research.
Key research themes include the evolution of social structures in ants, the effects of environmental stressors (e.g., pesticides) on insect populations, and the implications of gene flow in host-parasite systems. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to tackle ecological crises, advocating for scientists to adopt proactive strategies in policy and conservation efforts.
Hakala’s recent publications highlight innovations in studying socially transferred materials, colony maturity through biomarkers, and the ecological consequences of species misidentification. Her contributions bridge basic research with applied solutions for biospheric challenges.
