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Welcome to the quick source for invasive species expertise and information at MSU!

Invasive species present one of today's most important environmental and social challenges. As a hub of international travel and commerce, Michigan and the Great Lakes region are particularly vulnerable to invasive species. Michigan State University has a diverse faculty and staff with internationally recognized expertise and programs on invasive species research, education and outreach.

NEW- Researchers are analyzing a database containing information about nonindigenous species found in Michigan. In addition to this work, a more detailed analysis of all nonindigenous plants in the state is being conducted as well. Stay tuned for publication information!

NEW - MSU Invasive Species Initiative 2008 symposium abstracts are available.

Read about recent publications and research by MSU faculty and students in our resource section.

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Invasive species news provided by Michigan's Echo, daily environmental news from MSU's Knight Center for Environmental Journalism.

The Invasive Species Initiative is supported by MSU's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, College of Natural Science, Office of the Provost, Environmental Science and Policy Program, Department of Entomology and Department of Plant Biology. Funding for development of this web site was provided by the MSU Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program.
Updated 08/28/08