Forest Invasion Synthesis Centre, Prague
Invasive species are among the greatest threats to forest ecosystems today, disrupting biodiversity, livelihoods and economies. Based at the Czech University of Life Sciences, Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences — an inspiring academic environment we are proud to be part of — we investigate ecological and socio-economic aspects of invasions by plants, insects and pathogens in forest ecosystems. We apply a synthesis center model to integrate field data, global datasets, and models to clarify risks and inform decisions. We translate scientific evidence into actionable insights for managers and policymakers — protecting forests and the people who rely on them.
Prof. Peter Biedermann on fungal symbioses in bark and ambrosia beetles — and what they reveal about evolution, cooperation and forest ecosystems.
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Connecting data, researchers and practice. Leading forest invasion scientists explain why FISC and the model of synthesis centers matter.
