Miglė Razgūnaitė
Miglė is a molecular biologist specializing in the genetic diversity of zoonotic pathogens within the context of One Health. With extensive expertise in molecular research, she integrates her knowledge of biology, biotechnology, and environmental science to address complex health challenges.
Education:
– Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania
– Master’s in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania
– PhD in Biology, Life Sciences, Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania
Expertise and professional focus:
Miglė's main focus lies in zoonotic pathogens and One Health prevalence systems.
Career achievements:
With an emphasis on zoonotic diseases and the One Health concept, Miglė has established a career in molecular biology and biotechnology.
She has held positions at Vytautas Magnus University as a researcher and lecturer, as well as roles in commercial and government laboratories. Her work focuses on molecular research and interdisciplinary approaches to public health challenges.
Professional affiliations and memberships:
– Organizational committee member of the "11th Baltic Theriological" international conference
– "The Scandinavian-Baltic Society for Parasitology — SBSP" association member
– Participant of COST activity CA21170 "Prevention, Prediction and Reduction of the Risk of Tick-Borne Diseases Using the DAMA Protocol"
Media features and publications:
Her work has been published in peer-reviewed journals like Microorganisms, Pathogens, and Veterinary Sciences. Miglė is also involved in international projects funded by the European Social Fund, with a research focus on One Health, integrating various aspects of health and environmental science.
Perspective on challenges in the health and wellness field:
Miglė believes the increasing health problems linked to climate change are among the most significant public health concerns in 2024 and 2025.
According to her, "As global temperatures rise, we are seeing an increase in extreme weather, vector-borne diseases, food and water insecurity, and mental health problems" that leave vulnerable communities disproportionately impacted, which exacerbates health disparities worldwide.
