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




