Biological invasion

Author: Zeng Beiwai
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: This book is an advanced popular science publication, aimed at helping readers understand one of the critical issues in biosecurity during the contemporary process of globalization—the severity of the problem of biological invasions and its response strategies. Based on the concept of socioeconomic globalization and the philosophy of big history, the author introduces the relevant theories of invasion biology, the global ecological changes caused by biological invasions, and typical case studies of biological invasions, as well as the major infectious diseases that may be triggered by biological invasions, from the perspective of sustainable development strategies. The book focuses on analyzing China's current situation of biological invasions from the angles of its geographical location, regional ecological characteristics, and the influence of historical and cultural factors. Finally, based on the philosophy and strategy of sustainable development, it elaborates on the environmental impact assessment and prevention and control measures related to biological invasions. This book is suitable for researchers, educators, managers, and workers in fields such as environmental protection, biology, medicine, agriculture, forestry, commerce, and tourism, as well as for a broad readership with a middle school education or higher.