XXXIX CICLO | Serafini Elisa

Bachelor’s degree in Faunistic Sciences Master’s degree in Environmental Biology and Behavior. My academic journey and experiences, such as faunal monitoring and participation in reintroduction projects, converge in constructing a multidisciplinary approach. My objective is to integrate a solid academic foundation with cutting-edge methodologies to make tangible contributions to biodiversity conservation. Within the scope of my research, I focus efforts on employing advanced molecular techniques, such as genomics, to investigate the dynamics of pollinator insect populations, thereby providing crucial insights for the
formulation of management and conservation strategies.

The research aims to examine the biological diversity of pollinating insects in the national parks of Sila, Aspromonte, and Abruzzo. Multi- taxa samplings will be conducted using combined capture methods. The study focuses on the systematic evaluation of richness, abundance, and diversity of pollinating insects, exploring variations along specific gradients. Particular attention will be given to bumblebees (Bombus spp); the use of advanced techniques will enable the exploration of possible hybridizations and population dynamics. Additionally, a genomic analysis of populations in different zones of the national parks will be carried out based on various management strategies implemented in protected areas. This integrated approach will provide crucial information for targeted conservation strategies aimed at preserving genetic diversity and population stability, contributing to the
safeguarding of the ecosystem and its ecological functions.