Dr. Elena Lazutkaite is a Research Associate at TMG Research in Berlin, where she leads the organization's workstream on transboundary crop pests with an emphasis on climate change impacts and agricultural resilience. As an interdisciplinary scholar, her research spans agriculture, environmental sustainability, and the intricate dynamics of transboundary pest management, with a notable focus on locust invasions. Elena's specialization in crop pests merges social and natural science perspectives, deeply intertwining her scholarly pursuits with environmental governance, the development of early warning systems, and an exploration of the socio-ecological ramifications of transboundary pests amid changing climate conditions. Elena began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science, during which she engaged in animal husbandry and veterinary public health, reflecting her early commitment to agricultural studies. She further expanded her academic repertoire by pursuing a doctoral degree in Critical Theory and Cultural Studies from the University of Nottingham, awarded in 2020. This unique combination of disciplines underpins Dr. Lazutkaite's interdisciplinary approach to research, dedicated to advancing our understanding of and response to agricultural and environmental challenges.