New York Invasive Species Research Institute
We connect invasive species research and practice to help manage the impact of invasive species in NYS.
About NYISRI
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.
Latest Research
Research Digest: November 2021 (11/29/2021) - Our monthly research digest with recently published papers on invasive species from Biological Invasions, BioScience, Journal of Applied Ecology, NeoBiota and more...Recent Posts
A review of genetic control options for invasive sea lamprey | Research summary (11/29/2021) - "A gene drive construct that could spread to all components of the population may mean that eradication of sea lamprey from the Great Lakes is no longer an impossible dream."
Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Annise Dobson (11/23/2021) - Dr. Annise Dobson's invasion research is motivated by forest conservation for all, particularly in urban and managed forests.
Comparing effects of invasive plant management | Research summary (10/26/2021) - This 5-year study offers considerations for monitoring the indirect effects of invasive plant treatments, such as non-target impacts, biodiversity benefits, and secondary invasion.
Latest News
Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Andrea Dávalos (1/15/2021) - By co-producing research with land managers, Dr. Andrea Dávalos ties her research on invasive species and associated stressors with management.
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FUNDING FOR NYISRI
Is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation