Invasion Science Institute

University of Florida

There are more than 3,700 non-native species in Florida, and almost 40% of them have been identified as invasive. These species are reshaping ecosystems across the state, from marine and coastal systems to upland habitats, agricultural systems, urban areas, wetlands, and lakes. Invasive species range from agricultural insect and pathogen pests that reduce productivity to aggressive plants that suppress native biodiversity to predators like pythons and lionfish that devastate native wildlife.

The Invasion Science Institute at the University of Florida addresses the pressing challenge of invasive species in Florida, across the US, and globally. The Institute facilitates interdisciplinary research to enhance scientific discovery, develop innovative management solutions, and train the next generation of scientists.

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Updates and Events

Reshaping Nature Symposium

March 31, 2026

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Outstanding Publication Award

Award-winning papers from ISI Affiliates

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Invasive Plants and Ticks

Invasive Plants have the potential to enhance tick-borne diseases

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UF Blog: Invasion Science

  • A Bat with Rabies!
    by Bridget Gerovac
    In collaboration with Dr. Shelly Johnson Recently, Indian River County alerted to a positive rabies test from a bat that was removed from an apartment building.   Now what?   The good news is that very few bats have rabies. Second, rabies […]
  • Intern Spotlight: Seeing Ourselves in Our Communities with Luis Hernandez
    by Stephanie Cadaval
     We’re back with another intern spotlight! This summer of 2026, we were lucky enough to bring aboard two interns to learn about urban forestry and Extension in Florida. Their contributions to our programs helped us reach young people, residents, and […]
  • NCBS Intern Report: Ecological Performance of Spartina Living Shorelines — Madison Konash
    by Emily Colson
    Written by Madison Konash, 2026 Undergraduate Summer Intern   My Summer as a Nature Coast Biological Station Intern This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to work with Dr. Carrie Adams and her graduate student, Tori Guarino, as a Nature […]

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