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LOMA, Colo. — 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 featuring ISC Founder Dr. Pam Marrone.
“This week's Open Mic guest is Pam Marrone, Co-founder and Executive Chair of the Invasive Species Corporation. Marrone says there are over 37,000 invasive species in the world with over 3,500 that are considered harmful. Combined, these species have cost the global economy over $1 trillion dollars. As the climate warms, Marrone says these species are migrating farther north, impacting…
Big Red Podcast focuses on alumni of Cornell University and their careers.
Pam Marrone ’78 is a Serial Entrepreneur, she's sold 3 companies and took 1 public!! we chatted about:
- how her new startup protects ecosystems from invasive species, by discovering microbes that kill the species!
- the biologic pesticide industry trends, the distribution channels, sales processes!
- her career trajectory, from PhD in entomology to serial entrepreneurship!!…
Participants emphasized IAS as a major driver of biodiversity loss. Successful case studies, including Mimosa pigra control and water hyacinth utilization, were presented. The workshop advanced national strategies and intersectoral coordination, highlighting the need for public awareness, community engagement, and international cooperation to safeguard ecosystems and livelihoods.
Across the nation, climate change must be addressed not only through direct mitigation and adaptation, but also through strategic mitigation of threats to the success of those actions. Invasive species are a significant threat to climate preparedness and resilience —their impacts fundamentally alter natural and built systems, reducing society’s ability to adapt to a changing climate.
Invasive species like zebra mussels and goldfish disrupt Canadian lakes, altering ecosystems. Prevention and management are crucial.
BIO honors Dr. Pam Marrone and Dr. Hank Harris for advancing biotech in pest control, sustainability, and animal vaccine development.
This study ranks the 10 most damaging aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes based on quantified environmental and economic impact.
Invasive species threaten biodiversity. Strong biosecurity, early detection, and global cooperation are key to mitigation efforts.
Invasive species cost $423B yearly, driving extinctions. Prevention, control & restoration can mitigate damage, says UN report.
A UN report warns invasive species drive extinctions and cost billions. Strong biosecurity and cooperation are key to reducing their impact.
Invasive species cost $423B+ yearly, fueling extinctions, spreading disease, and threatening food, water, and ecosystems worldwide.
Invasive species cost $423B yearly, threaten biodiversity, food, and health—climate change and trade accelerate their spread.
Invasive species, fueled by trade & climate change, threaten ecosystems & economies. A new report urges global action to curb their spread.
