Invasion Syndromes: Transforming the understanding and management of biological invasions

InvaSyn aims to identify plant invasion syndromes based on common drivers, impacts and management needs by combining global ecological, social and economic data with machine learning and stakeholder expertise. In close collaboration with managers and other stakeholder groups, InvaSyn will develop evidence-based, policy-relevant tools tailored to each invasion syndrome.

Biodiversa+ funded

InvaSyn is a 3-year project funded through the Biodiversa+ BiodivTransform call

International

InvaSyn incorporates 13 global project partners located in Spain, Czech Republic, South Africa, Germany, Taiwan, Brazil, Sweden, Belgium, Israel, and Switzerland

Innovative

InvaSyn aims to group plant invasion events into syndromes based on their ecological, social, and economic context

Interdisciplinary

InvaSyn brings together experts from a diversity of backgrounds across the natural and social sciences as well as managing bodies

Collaborative

InvaSyn will co-develop project outcomes with policy makers, managers, NGOs and local communities

Transformative

InvaSyn will transform how we understand, address, and manage biological invasions worldwide