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Stefan Andersson is a Professor at Lund University, specializing in Plant Biology and Biodiversity Evolution. His extensive research focuses on various aspects of evolutionary biology, particularly systematics and genetic experimental research in wild plants. He has a keen interest in natural selection and ecotypic variation, with significant contributions to understanding floral diversification and the evolutionary effects of inbreeding. Over the years, his doctoral projects have emphasized the study of annual plants, specifically Crepis tectorum, investigating the levels of population differentiation and adaptive phenotypic traits. His current projects evaluate potential parallel ecotype formation in hemiparasitic plants, exploring how self-pollination and floral reductions impact evolutionary trends. In addition, he examines flower-color polymorphisms in collaboration with international colleagues and investigates the genetic erosion due to fragmentation and climate change. His research utilizes classic and contemporary methods, including phenological data from herbarium specimens to assess the response of species to climatic shifts. Stefan's work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, aiming to protect biodiversity and foster environmental sustainability.
Includes Master of Science in Politics and Society of the Contemporary Middle East and European Affairs.