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Kateřina Berchová

Kateřina Berchová
Researcher, specialist in plant ecology with a particular emphasis on hybridisation processes
Biological invasions are shaped by a wide range of human activities, from landscape-level changes to the everyday choices we make in horticulture. These influences affect how non-native species establish, spread, function in ecosystems, and even how they evolve. I look forward to working with FISC’s inspiring international team. I believe we can bring together current scientific insights and help turn them into meaningful policies and practical management solutions.

Specialization

Applied and landscape ecology, botany.

Educational & Professional Background

Education

  • PhD in Applied and Landscape Ecology
    Institute of Applied Ecology, Czech University of Agriculture, Prague
  • Master’s studies in Applied Ecology
    Czech University of Agriculture Prague, Faculty of Forestry, Department of Ecology

Professional Experience

  • 2009 – present:  Assistant Professor (Docent)
    Department of Applied Ecology, Faculty of Life Sciences, Czech University of Life
    Sciences Prague
    Lecturer and researcher focusing on biological invasions, plant ecology, botany,
    landscape ecology, data analysis
  • 2003 – 2009 Junior Researcher
    Institute of Botany, Czech Academy of Sciences
    Researcher in plant ecology and genetics
  • 1997–1999 Botany and Forestry Manager
    Nature Conservation Agency of the Czech Republic
    Botany, forestry and plant ecology specialist

At FISC

Her research focuses on plant ecology, with a particular emphasis on hybridisation processes and landscape drivers that shape the distribution of invasive species. She examines how ecological and evolutionary mechanisms interact across spatial scales to influence plant population dynamics. A key aspect of her work lies at the science–practice interface, where she actively facilitates the transfer of scientific knowledge to professional communities, including landscape architects, landscape planners, and foresters, to support evidence-based decision-making in management.

Beyond Science

Outside of work, I love being outdoors, especially in the mountains and rocky landscape, gardening, hiking, and cross-country skiing. I enjoy rock music, reading, joga, and I am a big fan of animals, particularly dogs and cats, whose individuality and optimism I truly admire.

Project HIVE 101187384. Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Research Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.