Ms. Lucia Šmídová (she/her), Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, Charles University, Czech Republic.
lucia.smidova@natur.cuni.cz
Lucia Šmídová, born in Slovakia is currently a Ph.D. student at the Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, Charles University, Czech Republic. After receiving the Bachelor Degree In Paleobiology at the Comenius University, Slovakia, she moved to Prague, where is got her Master’s Degree in Geology. Lucia's research expertise lies in paleoentomology, with a focus on fossil cockroaches and the evolution of insects. She has contributed to several publications and conferences, highlighting her research on mostly Mesozoic cockroaches, insect mimicry, and the phylogeny of cockroaches in amber. Additionally, Lucia has gained diverse experience through internships at various international institutions, including the Institute of Geology and Palaeontology at the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Nanjing and Department of Earth and Ocean Dynamics, University of Barcelona. Her skills extend beyond geology, encompassing digital and traditional art.
