Dominika Prajzlerová from CZU Visited UBO: Research Collaboration and Insights
Purpose of the Visit
The primary objective of Dominika Prajzlerová’s stay in Bonn (November 2024) was to finalize her manuscript, The Time of Acquisition of Multispectral Predictors Matters: The Role of Seasonality in Bird Species Distribution Models. She was invited by Ruben Remelgado, a member of Bonn’s research group, to present her work during their regular seminar. This provided an opportunity to share her research findings and receive constructive feedback, which she greatly valued. Her goal was to refine her work through collaboration and engaging discussions with colleagues in her field.
Achievements During the Stay
Prajzlerová successfully accomplished the objectives of her stay. She finalized her manuscript, presented her research findings at the department’s regular seminar through a 30-minute presentation followed by a discussion, and received valuable feedback. The discussion primarily focused on which ecological factors influenced her species distribution models and why.
Research Activities During the Exchange
During the first two days of the research exchange, Prajzlerová prepared and delivered a presentation of her research findings. Over the following six days, she focused on finalizing her manuscript and incorporating new insights gained from the feedback. This included considering how the migratory status of birds can influence SDM performance. The feedback also helped her improve the clarity of her conclusions, as the presentation highlighted how others interpreted and understood her research. At the end of her stay, she addressed technical aspects of the manuscript, such as references and illustrations.
Collaborators
- Anna Cord (Prof. Dr.)
- Ruben Remelgado (MSc)
- Stephanie Roilo (PhD)
Impact on Career and Research
The research exchange significantly enhanced Prajzlerová’s work by providing valuable feedback that refined her manuscript. Additionally, it helped her build professional connections and gain new insights, which will benefit her future research and career.
Next Steps
Following the exchange, Prajzlerová’s next step was submitting her manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal. Moreover, the exchange was a valuable and enjoyable experience that motivated her to seek further opportunities for internships and research exchanges to continue her professional growth.