Functional responses as a tool in invasion ecology
Stellenbosch University Merriman Avenue, Stellenbosch, Western CapeBiological invasions are occurring at an increasing rate globally and are coupled with growing costs of control and mitigation. Effective and robust methods are therefore required to enable reliable prediction of impacts of new and emerging invasive species to better inform management decisions. A recent approach for investigating invader impact focuses on the functional response, […]
Science communication training: Fame Lab Heat and Competition
Stellenbosch University Merriman Avenue, Stellenbosch, Western CapeThe Centre for Invasion Biology is taking new initiative in the challenging task of bringing science to the public. The C·I·B, together with the Centre for Research on Evaluation, Science and Technology (CREST), will host the FameLab science communication training and heat exclusively for students from the five DST-NRF Centres of Excellence affiliated with Stellenbosch […]
43rd Annual Research Symposium on the Management of Biological Invasions
ATKV Goudini Spa Worcester, Western CapeThe 43rd Annual Research Symposium on the Management of Biological Invasions in South Africa will be held from 18 to 20 May 2016 at Goudini Spa near Worcester, Western Cape. Themes Status of invasions (taxa, protected areas, biomes, catchments) Status of impacts (magnitude and trends) Efficacy of interventions View PDF
Non-native species in urban environments
Lanzerac Stellenbosch, Western CapeThemes: • Non-native species distribution & spread • Impacts of non-native species • Attitudes & perceptions • Managing biological invasions in cities View PDF
Up your game: Make your efforts count
University of Pretoria Hatfield Experimental Farm, HatfieldPersonal development is a life long journey to unlock our potential and find our niche in life. This workshop is designed to help you on this journey of knowing yourself and unlocking your potential. The topics cover the main aspects of life and illuminate how these affect your ability to perform at your best in […]
Model Groups Workshop
Stellenbosch University Merriman Avenue, Stellenbosch, Western CapeThe main aim of the workshop will be to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of focusing on functional or taxonomic groups when studying biological invasions from (1) a theoretical and (2) a practical point of view. Download PDF
FABI International Seminar Series
Online Event | Co-host C·I·BThe FABI International Seminar Series provides an opportunity for our research community to continue discussions on various topics. Our guest speakers will cover a wide range of topics related to plant health. Our monthly virtual seminars are open to all registered participants ensuring a wide audience.
C·I·B Annual Research Meeting
Online eventThe C∙I∙B will host its Annual Research Meeting online on 18 - 19 November. The meeting is open to members of the C∙I∙B and invited guests.
Book launch – Prickly Pear: The social history of a plant in the Eastern Cape: new edition
STIAS, 10 Marais Street, Stellenbosch, 7600Join us for the launch of a new edition of 'Prickly Pear: The social history of a plant in the Eastern Cape, by William Beinart and Luvuyo Wotshela.
National symposium on biological invasions 2023
Houw Hoek HotelThe Stellenbosch University Centre for Invasion Biology (C·I·B) and the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) are collaborating to host the National Symposium on Biological Invasions 2023.