Biological invasions can alter ecosystems, yet their impacts vary across ecological contexts. Using a global meta-analysis of 775 studies (2223 effect sizes) in terrestrial systems, we show that the most consistent negative impacts are reductions in native plant diversity caused by invasive plants and increases in greenhouse gas emissions driven by both invasive plants and animals.

One year after the discovery that golden mussels had invaded the Delta, thick colonies coat boats and piers and threaten water supplies for cities and farms. Yet the state has no specific funding or plans to tackle harms in the heart of the invasion.

While biopesticides have been around for 70 years, starting with Bacillus thuringiensis bioinsecticides, they are experiencing rapid growth as the products have gotten better and more science-based and there are more restrictions on synthetic chemical pesticides.

New study outlines how biologicals are reshaping pest management; why Brazil is leading the charge, and what other markets can learn

New technologies help scientists detect and contain invasive species before they cause irreversible ecosystem damage

Water is a driving force in the American West, and today it’s at risk more than ever. Not just from overuse, not just from megadrought, but from minuscule invaders that pose a nearly unstoppable threat to the region’s rivers, lakes, dams and reservoirs.

Agri-Pulse Podcast: Dr. Pam Marrone discusses 37,000 invasive species costing $1 trillion globally and expanding northward with climate change.

Big Red Podcast features Cornell alumni like Pam Marrone ’78, discussing her biotech startup combating invasive species and insights on bio-pesticides.

Having seen outbreaks of both zebra and quagga mussels in recent years. A Davis based company has been working on a solution and now has its sights set on getting rid of the golden mussel for good.

Participants identified invasive species as key biodiversity threats, urging awareness, cooperation, and coordinated strategies supported by successful control case studies.

Invasive species threaten climate resilience by disrupting ecosystems and infrastructure, undermining mitigation, adaptation, and society’s capacity to face climate change.

In the July 30, 2025 Forbes “50 Over 50: Innovation” profile, Pamela “Pam” Marrone is honored as one of 50 women over age 50 driving breakthroughs in STEM fields

The Packer explores the future of crop biologicals and their potential for significant growth, with Pam Marrone, co-founder of Invasive Species Corp.

Invasive Species Corp. adapts Zequanox to fight golden mussels in CA waterways, offering eco-safe control for invasive threats.

Invasive mussels threaten Western U.S. waters, risking $20M+ in damage to Lake Tahoe; states ramp up costly prevention and control efforts.

Quagga and zebra mussels are invasive freshwater mollusks that clog pipes, harm ecosystems, and cost millions to manage.

Dr. Pam Marrone drives sustainable farming with biologicals, boosting yields while reducing environmental impact.

Dr. Pam Marrone highlights biologicals' role in boosting yields, reducing chemicals, and promoting sustainable farming.

Agricultural biologicals are rapidly growing, offering high ROI in regenerative farming. Farmer education & transparency are key to adoption.

Bighead carp, introduced for algae control, now threaten ecosystems by outcompeting natives, disrupting habitats, and harming biodiversity.