SBL.20037 Invasion biology [AS 22]

Biological invasions are a global phenomenon and are considered as one of the major drivers of global change. Alien species can threaten native species and ecosystems, as well as human economy and well-being. This course covers the ecological, evolutionary and socio-economic implications of biological invasions. In particular, the following topics are covered: the invasion process, transport, pathways, introduction, establishment, evolution, spread, impacts, management.