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The 2024 Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference will cover invasive aquatic and terrestrial plants, animals, insects and pathogens, emphasizing how invasive species interact with natural and human-made systems in the Midwest.
Our purpose is to share information that will improve invasive species management. The conference covers many topics, including prevention, control, impact mitigation, and public engagement.
The anticipated audience is a broad group of stakeholders and professionals who engage on invasive species issues, including land managers, agriculture and natural resource professionals, researchers, students, landscape and nursery professionals, business leaders, foresters, environmental consultants, lake association members, lake improvement district professionals, private land owners, conservation group leaders and volunteers, and non-governmental organization staff.
Proposing an Abstract for a Concurrent Session Oral Presentation or Poster:
Prospective presenters are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations in one of four tracks:
All prospective presenters must submit abstracts using the UMISC abstract submission form by the deadline of Friday May 17, 2024, 6:00pm Central using the guidance provided below. At the current time, UMISC is prioritizing presentations and posters that can be delivered in person in Duluth. Presenters who can only participate remotely (by video meeting or pre-recording) may still submit abstracts, but should understand that it may impact abstract selection. Conference content will be live-streamed online for remote attendees. On the submission form, abstract submitters will be asked to consent to their presentation being live-streamed to remote UMISC registrants. Speakers may opt out of having a pdf of their slides shared publicly following the event. Authors of accepted abstracts are responsible for the cost of registering for the conference and for their travel and accommodations.
Review Process: The UMISC program committee will review and approve abstracts. Acceptance will be based on relevance to the conference's session topics and receipt of abstract by the deadline. Oral presentation slots are limited. Oral presentation authors are asked in the abstract submission form below to indicate if they would be willing to present their topic as a poster if the committee does not approve an oral presentation slot. Abstract contributors will be notified of committee decisions by the end of June 2024.
Proposing a Special Session or Symposium:
If interested in organizing a session (a series of 4 or 5 presentations) or a symposium (multiple sessions), please contact [email protected] to discuss. If approved, session organizers will be given specific abstract submission instructions to provide presenters.
Conference sessions within the concurrent tracks will be organized around the topic areas below.
Our purpose is to share information that will improve invasive species management. The conference covers many topics, including prevention, control, impact mitigation, and public engagement.
The anticipated audience is a broad group of stakeholders and professionals who engage on invasive species issues, including land managers, agriculture and natural resource professionals, researchers, students, landscape and nursery professionals, business leaders, foresters, environmental consultants, lake association members, lake improvement district professionals, private land owners, conservation group leaders and volunteers, and non-governmental organization staff.
Proposing an Abstract for a Concurrent Session Oral Presentation or Poster:
Prospective presenters are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations in one of four tracks:
- Aquatic Ecosystems,
- Forest Health,
- Terrestrial Ecosystems, and
- Cross-track/Interdisciplinary.
All prospective presenters must submit abstracts using the UMISC abstract submission form by the deadline of Friday May 17, 2024, 6:00pm Central using the guidance provided below. At the current time, UMISC is prioritizing presentations and posters that can be delivered in person in Duluth. Presenters who can only participate remotely (by video meeting or pre-recording) may still submit abstracts, but should understand that it may impact abstract selection. Conference content will be live-streamed online for remote attendees. On the submission form, abstract submitters will be asked to consent to their presentation being live-streamed to remote UMISC registrants. Speakers may opt out of having a pdf of their slides shared publicly following the event. Authors of accepted abstracts are responsible for the cost of registering for the conference and for their travel and accommodations.
Review Process: The UMISC program committee will review and approve abstracts. Acceptance will be based on relevance to the conference's session topics and receipt of abstract by the deadline. Oral presentation slots are limited. Oral presentation authors are asked in the abstract submission form below to indicate if they would be willing to present their topic as a poster if the committee does not approve an oral presentation slot. Abstract contributors will be notified of committee decisions by the end of June 2024.
Proposing a Special Session or Symposium:
If interested in organizing a session (a series of 4 or 5 presentations) or a symposium (multiple sessions), please contact [email protected] to discuss. If approved, session organizers will be given specific abstract submission instructions to provide presenters.
Conference sessions within the concurrent tracks will be organized around the topic areas below.
Conference Topic Areas
Items listed under each area below are examples and are not comprehensive. Authors are invited to submit presentations on topics not listed here if they are relevant to invasive species concerns in the Midwest.
Items listed under each area below are examples and are not comprehensive. Authors are invited to submit presentations on topics not listed here if they are relevant to invasive species concerns in the Midwest.
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Emerging Issues
Prevention
Advances in Control and Management
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New Approaches and Uses of Technology
Policy, Legislation and Economics
Interdisciplinary Topics
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Guidelines for Abstracts:
Abstracts should not exceed 300 words. Authors should carefully edit their abstracts for grammar and spelling before submission. It is strongly recommended that authors develop their abstract in word processing software with spelling and grammar check before entering into the submission form. UMISC organizers will not be responsible for editing abstracts. Submit abstracts ready for publication using the guidelines below.
Click here to go to the abstract submission form.
1. Title: Submit the title as it will appear in the program (maximum 12 words). Please capitalize all words of significance.
2. Authors: Name and affiliation fields are provided in section 2 of the form for up to four authors. If there are more than four contributing authors, list remaining authors, including affiliation and email contact, in the “Additional Authors” field in the final section.
3. Body of abstract: Body of abstract should be a single paragraph, no longer than 300 words, that provides a brief description of the project, methods, results, and conclusions as appropriate to the topic.
4. Names of organisms in title and abstract: In the first instance of use of an organism name, use the common name followed by the scientific name in parenthesis (e.g. starry stonewort (Nitellopsis obtusa)). Subsequent references can be by common name.
5. Names and application rates of pesticides in title and abstract: In the first instance of use of a pesticide name, initial reference should be to the active ingredients followed by the trade name in parenthesis (see: Herbicide Handbook, Weed Science Society of America). Subsequent references can be by trade name. Application rates and units of measurement should be clear in all cases.
6. Numbers and units: Use either English or metric units, but do not mix them.
7. Biographical sketch: Please provide a brief biographical sketch 200 words or less that outlines the presenter’s expertise relative to the presentation. Bios will be provided to conference attendees.
Guidelines for Presentations:
Oral Presentations
Oral presentations in the track sessions will be timed to 15 minutes followed by 5 minutes for questions. If you are part of a special session, symposium or workshop, the organizer will inform you if your presentation length will be different. Upon acceptance of abstracts, the approved presentation length will be confirmed. All presentations must be submitted to staff beforehand in PowerPoint and PDF. Presenters will be instructed on how to submit their presentation files before the conference. Presentation files will be deleted from all computers immediately after the conference and will not be shared without author permission.
Poster Presentations
Posters must not exceed 48" x 48" in size
For questions on abstract submission or presentation guidelines: Contact [email protected].
Example abstract submission:
Author: Tina Fitzgerald, Minnesota DNR, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone: (651) 259–5300; Email: [email protected]
Second Author: Phil Hunsicker, Minnesota DNR
Title: Minnesota AIS Prevention Aid: Empowering Local Innovation
Abstract:
Minnesota's Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Aid provides $10 million each year directly to counties to prevent the introduction or limit the spread of aquatic invasive species at all access sites within the county. A local government organization within each county has complete oversight of the funds. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) role is to provide technical support and receive plans and resolutions submitted by counties. The program is in its fourth year and has more than 130 local government staff leading AIS work in the 83 counties that receive funds. One of the most powerful outcomes is the relationships that have been built between the DNR, local governments and local stakeholders. Each county program is unique and truly attempts to use innovative solutions to address AIS issues in ways that will bring the most benefit to their communities. These locally-led programs are bridging the gaps between all organizations and individuals involved which, in turn, strengthens the effectiveness of AIS prevention efforts statewide. Come and learn about our successes, challenges and how these programs are making a difference in their communities.
Presentation Type: Oral Presentation
Presentation Track: Aquatic Ecosystems
Presentation Theme: Spread Prevention
Biographical sketch of Presenting Authors
Tina Fitzgerald and Phil Hunsicker are Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Planners for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Since November 2014, Tina and Phil have provided technical support to local governments as they develop, implement, and assess AIS Prevention Aid plans and activities within their counties.
Abstracts should not exceed 300 words. Authors should carefully edit their abstracts for grammar and spelling before submission. It is strongly recommended that authors develop their abstract in word processing software with spelling and grammar check before entering into the submission form. UMISC organizers will not be responsible for editing abstracts. Submit abstracts ready for publication using the guidelines below.
Click here to go to the abstract submission form.
1. Title: Submit the title as it will appear in the program (maximum 12 words). Please capitalize all words of significance.
2. Authors: Name and affiliation fields are provided in section 2 of the form for up to four authors. If there are more than four contributing authors, list remaining authors, including affiliation and email contact, in the “Additional Authors” field in the final section.
3. Body of abstract: Body of abstract should be a single paragraph, no longer than 300 words, that provides a brief description of the project, methods, results, and conclusions as appropriate to the topic.
4. Names of organisms in title and abstract: In the first instance of use of an organism name, use the common name followed by the scientific name in parenthesis (e.g. starry stonewort (Nitellopsis obtusa)). Subsequent references can be by common name.
5. Names and application rates of pesticides in title and abstract: In the first instance of use of a pesticide name, initial reference should be to the active ingredients followed by the trade name in parenthesis (see: Herbicide Handbook, Weed Science Society of America). Subsequent references can be by trade name. Application rates and units of measurement should be clear in all cases.
6. Numbers and units: Use either English or metric units, but do not mix them.
7. Biographical sketch: Please provide a brief biographical sketch 200 words or less that outlines the presenter’s expertise relative to the presentation. Bios will be provided to conference attendees.
Guidelines for Presentations:
Oral Presentations
Oral presentations in the track sessions will be timed to 15 minutes followed by 5 minutes for questions. If you are part of a special session, symposium or workshop, the organizer will inform you if your presentation length will be different. Upon acceptance of abstracts, the approved presentation length will be confirmed. All presentations must be submitted to staff beforehand in PowerPoint and PDF. Presenters will be instructed on how to submit their presentation files before the conference. Presentation files will be deleted from all computers immediately after the conference and will not be shared without author permission.
Poster Presentations
Posters must not exceed 48" x 48" in size
For questions on abstract submission or presentation guidelines: Contact [email protected].
Example abstract submission:
Author: Tina Fitzgerald, Minnesota DNR, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone: (651) 259–5300; Email: [email protected]
Second Author: Phil Hunsicker, Minnesota DNR
Title: Minnesota AIS Prevention Aid: Empowering Local Innovation
Abstract:
Minnesota's Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Aid provides $10 million each year directly to counties to prevent the introduction or limit the spread of aquatic invasive species at all access sites within the county. A local government organization within each county has complete oversight of the funds. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) role is to provide technical support and receive plans and resolutions submitted by counties. The program is in its fourth year and has more than 130 local government staff leading AIS work in the 83 counties that receive funds. One of the most powerful outcomes is the relationships that have been built between the DNR, local governments and local stakeholders. Each county program is unique and truly attempts to use innovative solutions to address AIS issues in ways that will bring the most benefit to their communities. These locally-led programs are bridging the gaps between all organizations and individuals involved which, in turn, strengthens the effectiveness of AIS prevention efforts statewide. Come and learn about our successes, challenges and how these programs are making a difference in their communities.
Presentation Type: Oral Presentation
Presentation Track: Aquatic Ecosystems
Presentation Theme: Spread Prevention
Biographical sketch of Presenting Authors
Tina Fitzgerald and Phil Hunsicker are Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Planners for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Since November 2014, Tina and Phil have provided technical support to local governments as they develop, implement, and assess AIS Prevention Aid plans and activities within their counties.
If you have any questions regarding the abstract submission process, please contact [email protected].