Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Global homogenization of freshwater fish diversity during the Anthropocene: evidence from tropical East Asia. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Interactions between climate change, poor water quality and habitat degradation have enhanced the spread of non-native species tolerant of a range of conditions, while reducing the resilience of natives. A gradual rise in the proportion of non-native

Join us for a free pre-conference webinar. David Dudgeon will deliver “Global homogenization of freshwater fish diversity during the Anthropocene: Evidence from tropical East Asia” on May 21, 2026. Learn more and register here: bit.ly/47nARru

Field Tour - ICAIS Join us for a post-conference field tour: Aquatic Environments and Invasion Threats around Strangford Lough  Date: Friday, Aug. 28 Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Cost: £45 + VAT Following the ICAIS sessions at Queen’s University Belfast, delegates are invited

Join us for a post-conference field tour: Aquatic Environments and Invasion Threats around Strangford Lough on Friday August 28, 2026. Stops will include: Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Queen’s Marine Laboratory, Echlinville Distillery. bit.ly/4qKVdSM 

Early Registration Extension | The early registration deadline for ICAIS 2026 has been extended by 2 weeks. Apply by April 14 to take advantage of reduced fees. Learn more and register here: bit.ly/3J0O3JX

ICAIS 2026 Accommodations - ICAIS We are pleased to be able to arrange hotel group rates for ICAIS 2026 attendees. Be mindful of the cut-off dates and book prior to ensure the discounted rate. We will add more options as they become available! Please note that all prices shown below

We are pleased to be able to arrange hotel group rates for ICAIS 2026 attendees. Cut off dates for group rates are approaching. Be mindful of the cut-off dates and book prior to ensure the discounted rate. Visit our website for more details: bit.ly/4pC7hoD

Field Tour - ICAIS Join us for a post-conference field tour: Aquatic Environments and Invasion Threats around Strangford Lough  Date: Friday, Aug. 28 Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Cost: £45 + VAT Following the ICAIS sessions at Queen’s University Belfast, delegates are invited

Register now for the post-conference tour | Following the ICAIS sessions at Queen’s University Belfast, delegates are invited to a full-day conference coach tour with stops focused on practical conservation, research activities, and education. bit.ly/4qKVdSM 

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Global homogenization of freshwater fish diversity during the Anthropocene: evidence from tropical East Asia. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Interactions between climate change, poor water quality and habitat degradation have enhanced the spread of non-native species tolerant of a range of conditions, while reducing the resilience of natives. A gradual rise in the proportion of non-native

Free Pre-Conference Webinar | David Dudgeon will deliver “Global homogenization of freshwater fish diversity during the Anthropocene: Evidence from tropical East Asia”, as special open-access pre-conference webinar on May 21. Register here: bit.ly/47nARru

📢 📢 1 Week Remains | Early Registration for ICAIS 2026 ends on March 31. Register now to take advantage of reduced fees. Learn more and register here: bit.ly/3J0O3JX

Travel Information - ICAIS On this page: Travelling to Belfast | Visas and documentation to enter Northern Ireland, UK | Travelling via European Union Countries | Getting to Queen’s University Belfast When planning your travel, please note that Northern Ireland is in the Unite

Plan Your Travel | All attendees must ensure that they have obtained any visa or other documentation that may be required before travelling. Learn more about travel to Belfast here: bit.ly/4rOO8BI

An Evening at the Great Hall - ICAIS Step into an unforgettable evening at Queen’s University Belfast’s iconic Great Hall. Enjoy a three-course conference dinner, alongside coffee, tea, and wine, in one of Northern Ireland’s most sought-after venues. The Great Hall boasts a selection of

An Evening at the Great Hall | ICAIS 2026 participants are invited to step into an unforgettable evening at Queen’s University Belfast’s iconic Great Hall. Enjoy a three-course conference dinner at Northern Ireland’s most sought-after venues. bit.ly/46wu3aL

📢 📢 2 Weeks Remain | Early Registration for ICAIS 2026 ends on March 31. Register now to take advantage of reduced fees. Learn more and register: bit.ly/3J0O3JX

Reminder to ICAIS 2026 attendees | Cutoff dates for hotel groups rates are approaching with most group rates ending in June or July 2026. Visit our website for more information and book soon to ensure a discounted rate: bit.ly/4pC7hoD

Travel Information - ICAIS On this page: Travelling to Belfast | Visas and documentation to enter Northern Ireland, UK | Travelling via European Union Countries | Getting to Queen’s University Belfast When planning your travel, please note that Northern Ireland is in the Unite

When planning your travel, please note that Northern Ireland is in the United Kingdom. Follow the link to learn about Travelling to Belfast, Visas and documentation to enter Northern Ireland, UK, and Getting to Queen’s University Belfast: bit.ly/4rOO8BI

An Evening at the Great Hall - ICAIS Step into an unforgettable evening at Queen’s University Belfast’s iconic Great Hall. Enjoy a three-course conference dinner, alongside coffee, tea, and wine, in one of Northern Ireland’s most sought-after venues. The Great Hall boasts a selection of

Register now! Step into an unforgettable evening at Queen’s University Belfast’s iconic Great Hall. Good food, Irish music, and the rich historic surroundings will make for a night full of networking and celebrating you won’t soon forget. bit.ly/46wu3aL

ICAIS 2026 Accommodations - ICAIS We are pleased to be able to arrange hotel group rates for ICAIS 2026 attendees. Be mindful of the cut-off dates and book prior to ensure the discounted rate. We will add more options as they become available! Please note that all prices shown below

Reminder to ICAIS 2026 attendees | Cutoff dates for hotel groups rates are approaching with most group rates ending in June or July 2026. Visit our website for more information and book soon to ensure a discounted rate: bit.ly/4pC7hoD

An Evening at the Great Hall - ICAIS Step into an unforgettable evening at Queen’s University Belfast’s iconic Great Hall. Enjoy a three-course conference dinner, alongside coffee, tea, and wine, in one of Northern Ireland’s most sought-after venues. The Great Hall boasts a selection of

Register now for an Evening Event at the Great Hall! ICAIS 2026 participants are invited to enjoy a conference dinner in one of Northern Ireland’s most sought-after venues, Queen’s University Belfast’s iconic Great Hall. Learn more and register: bit.ly/46wu3aL

Plenary Speaker Announcement | We are pleased to announce that Ian Duggan will be presenting ‘Mitigation trumps remediation: Lesson from research on vectors for the movement of freshwater invertebrates in New Zealand’ at ICAIS 2026.

Early Registration ends on March 31, 2026. There’s still time to take advantage of reduced fees. Learn more and register here: bit.ly/3J0O3JX

The first confirmed case of the highly invasive quagga mussel in Northern Ireland has been reported in Lower Lough Erne. The sighting was confirmed on 10 December following DNA analysis at Queen’s University Belfast. bit.ly/3OfQP0n

Research Highlight | In ‘Benefits of standardized surveys and data centralization: a case study using New York’s Watercraft Inspection Steward Program Application (WISPA)’ Haws et al. evaluate New York’s Watercraft Inspection Steward Program Application. bit.ly/4owFPIs 

ICAIS 2026 Accommodations - ICAIS We are pleased to be able to arrange hotel group rates for ICAIS 2026 attendees. Be mindful of the cut-off dates and book prior to ensure the discounted rate. We will add more options as they become available! Please note that all prices shown below

We are pleased to be able to arrange hotel group rates for ICAIS 2026 attendees including at the Europa Belfast, Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre, The Malone Boutique Hotel, and Queen’s University Belfast. Learn more about group rates and cutoff dates: bit.ly/4pC7hoD 

Field Tour - ICAIS Join us for a post-conference field tour: Aquatic Environments and Invasion Threats around Strangford Lough  Date: Friday, Aug. 28 Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Cost: £45 + VAT Following the ICAIS sessions at Queen’s University Belfast, delegates are invited

Are you attending ICAIS 2026? Register now for the ICAIS post-conference field tour: Aquatic Environments and Invasion Threats around Strangford Lough. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4qKVdSM

Join us for a post-conference field tour: Aquatic Environments and Invasion Threats around Strangford Lough. This tour centres on Strangford Lough, one of the most ecologically significant and invasion-sensitive aquatic inlets in the region. Learn more here: bit.ly/4qKVdSM

Are you interested in supporting the 24th International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species? The co-hosts of ICAIS 2026 are seeking financial support from interested groups. Learn more about the various levels of support with associated benefits. bit.ly/3M1Vced

Research Highlight | In ‘Understanding practices and awareness of recreational anglers regarding invasive alien species to support the development of biosecurity campaigns’ Reniers et al. analyse the results of a survey conducted on anglers in Belgium. bit.ly/4pomsTb

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Emma Johnston. A valued member of the ICAIS community, Emma was a keynote speaker at ICAIS 2019 in Montreal, Canada. Our thoughts are with her loved ones during this difficult time.

The co-hosts of ICAIS 2026 are seeking financial support from interested groups. Explore partnership opportunities that include an exhibit space designed to maximize visibility, strengthen connections, and showcase your impact. Learn more: bit.ly/3M1Vced

Research Highlight | In ‘Implementation of the Ballast Water Management Convention: taking stock of progress and remaining challenges’ Bailey et al. review discussions at the ballast water workshop during ICAIS 2024. bit.ly/48htBgr

Special Issue | A special issue of Management of Biological Invasions includes applied papers presented at the 23rd International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, May 12–16, 2024. bit.ly/3LWhaPV

Register Now | The 24th International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species will take place in Belfast Northern Ireland from August 23 – 27, 2026. Learn more: bit.ly/3J0O3JX

Plenary Speaker Announcement | We are pleased to announce that Tsungai Zengeya will be presenting ‘Aquatic invasions in South Africa: insights from national reports on the status of biological invasions and their management’ at ICAIS 2026.