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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Paper of the Month

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

  • Vegetables to Grow in January in Your Central Florida Garden
    by Tia Silvasy
    January is one of the best months for gardening in Central Florida. Cooler temperatures, lower pest pressure, and mild days create ideal conditions for growing a wide range of cold-hardy vegetables. If you planted earlier in the fall, many crops […]
  • Cold Weather Monitoring Tools Available through FAWN
    by Yvette Goodiel
    This blog was co-authored with Rick Lusher, FAWN Project Manager. The Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) maintains a network of weather stations across the state of Florida. They make the data available to assist growers in managing their operations. FAWN […]
  • FIELD TRIP: Shared Harvest Garden
    by Maria Quirico
    January 14, 2026For our first trip of 2026, 16 MGV and 2 students went to Shared Harvest Garden in Lady Lake, FL,  a volunteer-run, non-profit community garden growing fresh produce for local charities and food pantries, located at 700 Oak […]