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Patrick M Kocovsky

I am the Aquatic Invasive Species Program Manager within the Biological Threats and Invasive Species Research Program in the Ecosystems Mission Area.

I administer the USGS’ national research program on Aquatic Invasive Species. Our research foci include risk assessment, early detection and rapid response, and developing and evaluating deterrents and control methods for aquatic invasive species.