1.-Biological invasions: Attributes of invasive species. Recipient communities. Factors that favour invasibility. 2. Introduction vectors in marine ecosystems: ballast water. Sampling methods. Fouling. 3. Introduction vectors in marine ecosystems II: aquaculture and accidental introductions. Imported species for aquaculture. Secondary dispersal. Quarantine and management techniques. 4. Marine invasives in Europe. Management of invasives databases. 5: Socioeconomic aspects of marine invasions. Prevention versus eradication. Social perception of invasives. Risk analysis and cost valuation. 6. Personalized guidelines for each student's case study
graduate level in biology
Students should be able to complete a management program for the prevention and/or eradication of marine introductions