New York Invasive Species Research Institute

State of the Science: Harmful Algal Blooms and Invasive Species
2022-06-10 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Interested in learning about harmful algal blooms (HABs) and their intersection with invasive species issues? Join us with the NYS Water Resources Institute on June 10th at 1pm (ET) for this 2022 New York Invasive Species Awareness Week webinar to hear from leading professionals about the latest science and management, including Drs. Jennifer Graham (USGS), Rebecca Gorney (NYS DEC), Mary Anne Evans (USGS), Stephen Souza (Clean Waters Consulting, LLC), and Fred Lubnow (Princeton Hydro). The lineup of presentations will include:

Ecosystem Wildcards: Harmful Algal Blooms and Invasive Species
Case studies of invader effects: Dreissenid mussels and harmful algal blooms (HABs) in the Great Lakes
HAB Management Consequences… Swapping Out One Problem for Another
Invasive Plant Management and HABs
Q&A + discussion

To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FGzUTUedTIW6U2w4mUJKCw

Networking Event: Invasive Species and Climate Change
2022-05-05 12:00 - 13:15
This event will create a virtual space for practitioners and researchers to connect informally and discuss your work around climate change and invasive species. Hosted via Zoom, the event will include time to share your experiences, successes and challenges while networking with peers. This event is co-hosted by the Northeast Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (RISCC) Management Network and Massachusetts Ecosystem Climate Adaptation Network (Mass ECAN)
Registration Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvd-2uqTMqH9YpLwENTpPXiurG28vgqCyt

Coffee Talk: Embracing the Future through Resistance, Resilience, & Transformation
2022-04-08 12:30 - 13:30
Pour a cup of coffee or tea and join the Northeast Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (NE RISCC) Management Network for an hour coffee talk to discuss a resistance-resilience-transformation approach to addressing effects of climate change on invasive species. The NE RISCC recently produced the document Embracing the Future: Promoting adaptation and resilience to invasive species and climate change. Check out the publication in advance and come share how you are addressing and/or researching resilience and adaptation with compounding effects of invasive species and climate change.
Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAucO6vrzgrEtZqOEGn6aC-tXrCsT9KwFps

State of the Science: Swallow-wort Biocontrol Research
2022-03-23 13:00 - 14:30
Hosted by the Eastern Lake Ontario Swallow-wort Collaborative, this webinar will showcase swallow-wort biocontrol research that is currently underway in New York state and beyond. Researchers from New York, Rhode Island, and Michigan will provide an overview of their work, along with an overview of the results of the swallow-wort cage monitoring project that SLELO PRISM participated in. Presentations will be followed by a panel discussion where researchers and attendees can ask questions and learn from each other.
PRESENTED BY:

Robert Smith-SLELO PRISM
Dr. Marianna Szucs- Michigan State University
Dr. Lisa Tewksbury- University of Rhode Island Biocontrol Lab
Dr. Dylan Parry- SUNY ESF

For more details and to register, visit: https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/state-of-the-science-swallow-wort-biocontrol-research/

RISCC Webinar: A Conversation on Kudzu
2022-03-23 12:00 - 13:00
Join the Northeast Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (RISCC) Management network for a special webinar: “A Conversation on Kudzu: When Research Intersects with Management, Good Things Happen.” Our guest speakers include Stephen Enloe, a professor and extension specialist at the University of Florida IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants, and Steve Manning, President of the Pacific Northwest Plant Council, and founder of Invasive Plant Control, Inc. (IPC). As kudzu is making its way into the northeast, this webinar will explore the latest state of the science and management strategies.
Agenda:

Kudzu state of the science – Stephen Enloe, UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants
Kudzu management strategies – Steve Manning, Invasive Plant Control, Inc.
Open discussion and questions

Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYscuyrqjwjE9cIqQyGMJGlNrJhYifdsyD2

NYS Forest Preserves: Balancing Access & Conservation
2021-07-29 19:00 - 20:00
A virtual panel discussion with experts from the Catskill Science Collaborative, the Catskill Center, and Adirondack Mountain Club.
On July 29 at 7:00pm EST, join Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for a virtual conversation on balancing recreational use and resource protection in New York State Forest Preserves.
Join this expert discussion to discover challenges presented by increased visitation to New York State Forest Preserves, opportunities to balance use, and best-practices to minimize impacts to the environment. Topics to be discussed include: outdoor ethics, science-based site management, accessibility, traffic easing options, and the evolving role of park stewards.
Interviewer Allison Dunne of the Catskill Center will delve into the issues with panelists Joshua Ginsberg (Cary Institute / Catskill Science Collaborative), Andy Mossey (Catskill Center), & Michael Barrett (Adirondack Mountain Club). Dunne is part of the Catskill Center staff and former Hudson Valley Bureau Chief at WAMC Northeast Public Radio.
Learn how social media has caused certain sites to boom, how visitors can work with park staff to spread use among alternative sites, how bussing and shuttles can ease congestion, the importance of ‘Leave No Trace’ education, and how science is informing sustainable access.
This event is free and open to all. Have a question you’d like to see addressed? The event will include ample time for audience Q&A. You can also share concerns and ideas when you register. Zoom login info will be sent with Eventbrite registration confirmation.
Register for the virtual panel discussion here.

June PRISM Call: Quantifying Invasive Species Using Aerial Imagery & Artificial Intelligence
2021-06-30 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a presentation by Mike Rawitch from Ramboll on Quantifying Presence and Absence of Invasive Species Using Aerial Imagery and Artificial Intelligence on June 30th, 2021.
Date: June 30th, 2021 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details (password: [REDACTED] https://cornell.zoom.us/j/976302364
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3hsRgTprzjDpfpdinSVWVg/playlistsv

May PRISM Call: The Northeastern IPM Center & Invasive Species
2021-05-26 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a presentation by Deb Grantham, Director of the Northeastern IPM Center, on The Northeastern IPM Center & Invasive Species on May26th, 2021.
Date: May 26th, 2021 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details (password: [REDACTED] https://cornell.zoom.us/j/976302364
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3hsRgTprzjDpfpdinSVWVg/playlistsv

April Webinar: Invasive Species Tiers
2021-04-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a presentation from Dylan Finley, master’s candidate at SUNY ESF-NYNHP, as he presents on Invasive Species Tiers: A Data Driven Approach to Prioritization for New York and PRISMs on April 28th, 2021.
Date: April 28th, 2021 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/976302364
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3hsRgTprzjDpfpdinSVWVg/playlistsv

March Webinar: Resources from Cornell’s Pesticide Safety Education Program
2021-03-31 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a presentation from Dr. Mary Centrella, Director and Educator at Cornell’s Pesticide Management Education Program (PMEP), as she presents on Resources from Cornell’s Pesticide Safety Education Program on March 31st, 2021.
Date: March 31st, 2021 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/976302364
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3hsRgTprzjDpfpdinSVWVg/playlistsv

NISAW Webinar: When Doing Nothing is the Best Invasive Plant Management Tool
2021-02-25 11:00 - 12:00
Please join us for a special National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) webinar on February 25th at 11am EST.
Speaker: Dr. Bernd Blossey, Professor, Department of Natural Resources, Cornell University.
Using long-term monitoring of garlic mustard populations from the Atlantic Coast to the Mississippi River, a group of scientists and land managers has determined, that negative soil feedback reduces vigor and populations of this biennial plant. Land managers should stop interfering with this process to achieve maximum suppression. Similar effects of biotic resistance may be playing out for other introduced species.

When: Feb 25, 2021 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: NISAW Webinar: When Doing Nothing is the Best Invasive Plant Management Tool
Register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cPLnf9gsTSmg0LllJylh7g
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

February Webinar: Social Conflict & Invasive Species Management
2021-02-24 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a presentation from Wade Simmons, graduate student at Cornell University, as he presents on Making sense of social conflict over invasive species management on February 24th, 2021.
Date: February 24th, 2021 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/976302364
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3hsRgTprzjDpfpdinSVWVg/playlistsv

January Webinar: Tree-of-Heaven Biocontrol
2021-01-27 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a presentation from Dr. Matt Kasson, Director of the International Culture Collection of (Vesicular) Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (INVAM) & Associate Professor of Forest Pathology and Mycology, as he presents on Tree-of-heaven Biocontrol on January 27th, 2021.
Date: January 27th, 2021 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details.
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel.

Invasive Species & Climate Change Symposium
2021-01-20 12:30 - 2021-01-21 17:00
The fourth annual Regional Invasive Species & Climate Change (RISCC) Symposium will be held virtually via Zoom on January 20th and 21st, 2021 from 12:30-5pm ET. Please join us for these two half days to share perspectives, learn from colleagues, and discuss climate change and invasive species management. The event is free and open to the public.
Register and view the schedule on the RISCC website >>

November Webinar: Incident Command System & Response
2020-11-18 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for November’s PRISM webinar with Molly Hassett, the Response & Management Coordinator at the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, as she presents on Incident Command System and Response.
Date: November 18th*, 2020 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) (*please note the alternate date)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details.
A recording of the presentation will be made available on NYISRI website and on the NY Invasives YouTube Channel.

CCE In-Service: Tools for Invasive Species Outreach
2020-11-06 13:00 - 14:00
Tools, Tips & Tricks to Enhance Invasive Species Education & Outreach During a Time of Social Distancing
Description: Raising awareness of invasive species often involves hands-on experiences and in-person events. Success of these engagements are often measured by the number of events held, and number of attendees. The COVID 19 pandemic has changed the way we engage with the public and virtual experiences are becoming the new normal. This session at Cornell Cooperative Extension’s virtual In-Service will showcase tools, tips and tricks that enhance invasive species education/outreach efforts and strategies in a virtual world.
Presenters: Megan Pistolese, Education and Outreach Coordinator, SLELO PRISM, The Nature Conservancy, Emily Thiel, Education and Outreach Program Manager, WNY PRISM, Buffalo State University
Free registration for this session here.

CCE In-Service: Invasive Species Research Needs
2020-11-05 13:00 - 14:00
Researching the Research Needs: Identifying invasive species research priorities in New York State
Description: Understanding the needs of invasive species managers is a critical requirement to establishing programs that meet these needs. An important and unique role that the New York Invasive Species Research Institute plays is that of collecting research needs from state partners. In 2019, we employed a new approach known as Group Concept Mapping (GCM) with the hope of 1) engaging a broader and more diverse audience in our call for research needs, 2) increasing transparency and standardization of the research needs solicitation process, and 3) introducing the opportunity for individuals to not only suggest ideas, but also give feedback as far as the importance and feasibility of these ideas. In this session of the Cornell Cooperative Extension virtual In-Service, we present the results of this process, including priorities according to importance and feasibility, emergent topics and overarching themes, as well as recommendations moving forward.
Presenters: Carrie Brown-Lima, Director, New York Invasive Species Research Institute, Bryan Dailey, Technical Advisor, New York Invasive Species Research Institute, Audrey Bowe, Project Coordinator, New York Invasive Species Research Institute
Free registration for this session here.

CCE In-Service: Invasive Species Networking Lunch
2020-11-05 12:00 - 13:00
Invasive Species Networking and Lunch Event
The Invasive Species Program work team (PWT) is in the process of reestablishing after a couple of years of inactivity. There is great potential to strengthen IS outreach in NYS by connecting Cornell faculty and CCE programming with NYS’ invasive species program, including the Partnerships for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISMs), iMap Invasives, and DEC.
We will be hosting a lunch hour virtual networking session to help connect these groups further and brainstorm ideas for increasing collaboration and communication
Cornell Cooperative Extension Program Work Teams (PWT) are communities of learning and practice that focus on specific Extension areas and issues. PWTs bring Cornell faculty and staff, CCE educators, industry members and stakeholders together to collaborate and innovate.
Free registration for this event here.

CCE In-Service: Jumping Worm Session
2020-11-04 13:00 - 14:00
Description: Jumping worms are increasingly found in urban, managed, and natural landscapes and consequently have reached the notice of many gardeners, farmers, and natural resource professionals. In response to the many questions around the biology, impacts, and management of jumping worms, the NY Invasive Species Research Institute has been coordinating with researchers in the Northeast and Midwest to form the Jumping Worm Outreach Research and Management (JWORM) Working Group.
In this session of Cornell Cooperative Extension’s virtual In-Service, the JWORM Working Group will give an overview of jumping worm biology & impacts, provide an update on the most recent research findings, and articulate the research needs that the group has identified. The presenters will then engage in an interactive discussion with participants on research needs as well as answer questions via a facilitated Q&A session.
Presenters: Dr. Annise Dobson, Postdoctoral Researcher, Yale University, Dr. Andrea Davalos, Assistant Professor, SUNY Cortland, Dr. Brad Herrick, Ecologist & Research Program , Zanager, UW Madison Arboretum, Dr. Timothy McCay, Professor, Colgate University, Dr. Kyle Wickings, Associate Professor, Cornell University
Free registration for this session here.

North American Weed Biocontrol Summit
2020-10-28 11:00 - 15:00
NYISRI is coordinating the annual NAISMA North American Weed Biocontrol Summit on Wednesday, October 28th from 11 – 3 ET. This summit will bring together weed biocontrol researchers and land managers to share the status of biocontrol research and implementation programs across the country and internationally. Register here.
Preliminary Agenda:

11:00 Opening and introductions
11:15: Updates from European partners
11:45 Updates from the Northeast/Midwest
12:15 Updates from the Southeast
12:45 Break
1:00 Updates from Canada
1:30 Updates from the West/Southwest
2:00 Updates and discussion on various tools, programs and policies related to Biocontrol in the US and Canada
2:45 Wrap up and planning for next summit

October Webinar: Invasive Introductions to ADKs
2020-10-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a presentation by Jim Duncan, the Director of the Forest Ecosystem Monitoring Cooperative, as he speaks on Assessing the Risk of Invasive Plant Introductions at Trailheads in the Adirondack Park on October 28th.
Date: October 28th, 2020 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details.
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel.

Implications of Climate Change for Invasive Species in the Northeast
2020-10-21 19:00 - 20:00
An overview of how climate change may influence the spread of invasive plants and animals that threaten northeastern ecosystems. Register here.
Will climate change create conditions that let invasive species thrive? On October 21 at 7PM EDT, Carrie Brown-Lima, Director of the NY State Invasive Species Research Institute at Cornell University, will provide insight on how climate change may influence the spread of invasive plants and animals that threaten northeastern ecosystems. Special attention will be given to management implications.
Invasive species have pronounced negative impacts on ecosystems and economies, and these impacts may be exacerbated by climate change. This presentation will review the current state of knowledge about how climate change influences invasive species. Brown-Lima will also describe the work of the Northeast Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change network that is bringing together researchers and practitioners to address this challenge.
In her role as Director of the NY State Invasive Species Research Institute, Carrie Brown-Lima works closely with research scientists, state and federal agencies, the NY Invasive Species Council and Advisory Committee, and regional stakeholders to promote innovation and improve the scientific basis of invasive species management.
She has over 20 years of experience working with natural resource conservation and management across ecosystems and borders. Prior to her position with the Research Institute, Carrie spent 11 years promoting conservation strategies and partnerships in Brazil and throughout Latin America; this work included sustainable fisheries certifications, agriculture and conservation, and transboundary protected areas.
This event will include time for audience Q&A. Free and open to all, registration is required to access the Zoom link.
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This event was sponsored in part by Sherret E. Chase, Associate RE Broker with Select Sotheby’s.
This event is part of the Catskill Science Collaborative’s efforts to share science with the community. Learn more: www.caryinstitute.org/science/catskill-science-collaborative

Forest Health Webinar: Ailanthus biocontrol
2020-10-07 13:00 - 14:00
Join the Southern Regional Extension Forestry’s webinar as Dr. Matt Kasson, (Assistant Professor, Plant Pathology, WVU) discusses the potential of Verticillium nonalfalfae as a biological control agent for Tree of Heaven.
When: October 7, 2020, 1-2pm ET
No registration required. Join webinar here: http://www.forestrywebinars.net/upcoming-webinars-1

September Webinar: Knotweed Biocontrol
2020-09-30 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for September’s PRISM webinar with Dr. Bernd Blossey from Cornell University presenting on Knotweed Biocontrol.
Date: September 30th, 2020 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details. Dr. Blossey’s presentation will begin around 11:15AM.
A recording of the presentation will be made available on NYISRI website and on the NY Invasives YouTube Channel.

June Webinar: Addressing Invasives in British Columbia – Successes, Challenges & Where to Next
2020-06-24 11:00 - 12:00
Our next PRISM webinar, Addressing Invasives in British Columbia – Successes, Challenges & Where to Next is scheduled for June 24th and will be presented by Danielle Toperczer, the Programs & Communications Manager on the Invasive Species Council of British Columbia.
Date: June 24th, 2020 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
To join the presentation, go to this Zoom link and follow the on-screen call-in details.
If you cannot make the call, recordings of all past presentations can be found on the NYISRI website and on the NY Invasive YouTube Channel.

Beyond the media: The facts about the Asian Giant Hornet (aka ‘Murder Hornet’), a potential new invader in North America
2020-06-10 11:00 - 12:00
The Asian Giant Hornet (Vespa mandarinia), also coined the “Murder Hornet”, was discovered in Washington state in late 2019 and since then has been widely covered by news media. Join us for a presentation by Dr. Chris Looney, an entomologist from the Washington State Department of Agriculture, who will separate fact from fiction on the biology, distribution, predicted impact and response strategies for this recently introduced species.
Date: Jun 10, 2020 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Registration: Please register through the following link:
https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_z-YURoeoQvOtm1Y-U1mZBQ
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Image Credits: Vespa mandarinia japonica. By Yasunori Koide

International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species
2019-10-27 - 2019-10-31 | Le Centre Sheraton Montreal, 1201 René-Lévesque Blvd W, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
From ICAIS:
The International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species (ICAIS) is the most comprehensive international forum to address new and emerging issues related to aquatic invasive species in freshwater, marine and estuarine environments. ICAIS provides an international platform for the presentation of aquatic invasive species research that pertains to species biology, risk assessment, prevention, management and control methods, ecological and ecosystem impacts and restoration, outreach and policy.
The 21st International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species will be held at Le Centre Sheraton Montreal, Montreal, Canada.

2019 Natural Areas Conference
2019-10-08 - 2019-10-10 | Pittsburgh Sheraton, 300 W Station Square Dr., Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
Mark your calendar for the 2019 Natural Areas Conference in Pittsburgh, PA October 8-10! The 46th conference will take place at the Pittsburgh Sheraton, which is right on the waterfront at the place where the three rivers of Pittsburgh – the Monongahela, the Allegheny, and the Ohio – come together. The views are spectacular – and scores of diverse natural areas are only a short drive away.
The theme is At the Water’s Edge – Managing our Land and Water in a Changing Landscape. This event will focus on providing access to cutting-edge information, emerging management techniques, and science-based practices for natural areas practitioners.
​Topics include:

Best Management Practices on land for Freshwater Ecosystem Integrity
Mitigating the Impact of Energy Development
Advances in State Forest Management
Identifying Natural Areas for Conservation
Management of Wildlife Habitat
Invasive Species Management and Prevention
Using Data and Technology to advance Conservation
Parcelization of Large Private Land – Opportunities for Conservation
Native Plant Conservation Initiatives
Pollinators in Natural Areas Management
Management Planning to advance the Conservation of Special Species/Natural Communities
Urban Natural Areas and Green Infrastructure
Wetlands Conservation (for Rare Species)
Climate Change – Species and Natural Communities on the Move
Restoration of Natural Areas Qualities

NAISMA 2019 Annual Conference
2019-09-30 - 2019-10-03 | Saratoga Hilton, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States

104th Ecological Society of America Meeting
2019-08-11 - 2019-08-16 | Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 S 4th Street, Loiusville, KY, 40202, United States
Conference theme: Bridging communities and ecosystems: Inclusion as an ecological imperative
The community of people engaged in the science of ecology is transforming, bringing important new perspectives into the field. Inclusive approaches to ecology can build bridges between theory and practice, connect those working in disparate landscapes and subdisciplines, and incorporate diverse perspectives. Such approaches support ecologists and the ecological community as a whole as they articulate socio-environmental connections, address widespread ecosystem change, take advantage of technological advancements that provide unprecedented access to data and new analytical techniques, and engage in interdisciplinary collaborations.
