Invasive species pose a serious threat to New York’s natural resources, and NYISRI is committed to improving the scientific basis of invasive species management. We serve the scientific research community, natural resource and land managers, and state offices and sponsored organizations by through promoting research, creating networks, and providing support.

Recent Posts

Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Jason Fridley (10/10/2020) - While many forest ecologists have their eyes on the trees, Dr. Jason Fridley turns to the shrubs­­– asking how special adaptations can make some infamous invaders.

Research Summary: Starting the Stowaway Pathway (9/11/2020) - How do some aquatic species with low-mobility become widespread? Dispersing locally gives an advantage, and playing stowaway gets them the rest of the way.

Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Tim McCay (9/4/2020) - Collaborating with a new generation of ecologists, Dr. Tim McCay is researching Asian Jumping Worms– an invasive species that's spreading "right under our noses."

Latest News

Funding Opportunity: U.S. Forest Service GLRI Cooperative Weed Management Areas (10/2/2020) - Applications due Dec. 11 at 6pm ET

DEC Announces five-year partnership with NYISRI and Cornell University to Address Impacts of Invasive Species (9/28/2020) - Agreement Targets Invasive Species Research, Control, and Mitigation

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