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Lea Vlajnić is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, specializing in genetics and evolutionary biology. Her work focuses on experimental evolution, mito-nuclear interactions, and life history trait dynamics in seed beetles (Acanthoscelides obtectus).
- Doctoral studies (2019–): Evolutionary Biology, University of Belgrade
- Master's studies (2018–2019): Applied Genetics, University of Belgrade
- Undergraduate studies (2014–2018): Molecular Biology and Physiology, University of Belgrade
Her research utilizes laboratory evolution experiments to study host shifts, pesticide resistance, and sex-specific fertility effects. She investigates how mitochondrial mutations and environmental stressors shape population dynamics and morphological variation.
Recent publications highlight her work on the Trojan Female Technique (TFT) for pest biocontrol, mito-nuclear incompatibilities, and transgenerational pesticide effects. Keywords include evolutionary genetics, ecological adaptation, and population management.
