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Boikhutso Lerato Rapalai holds a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of Botswana and a Master of Biological Sciences with Distinction in Conservation Biology from the University of Western Australia. With a solid academic foundation, she engages in research focused on the evolutionary biology and conservation genetics of threatened species. Currently pursuing her PhD, her work investigates the drivers of extinction versus adaptation in the ornate dragon lizard (Ctenophorus ornatus), which thrives in fragmented habitats in Western Australia. Her research aims to uncover the genetic mechanisms and demographic factors influencing species persistence amid rapid environmental changes. Her findings are intended to aid conservationists in managing fragmented populations effectively, providing insights into how species can adapt to impending ecological challenges.
Botswana National Museum • Botswana
Worked extensively in the Natural History Division, focusing on biodiversity and conservation.
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