Invasive Plant Species: Global Challenges and Sustainable Management Ecology, Conservation, and Restoration Strategies

Sanjay Singh works as a Scientist at the Centre of Excellence on Sustainable Land Management (CoE-SLM), Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education, Dehradun, India. His work focuses on biodiversity conservation, ecological restoration, and the science-policy interface for sustainable land management and land degradation neutrality. He has represented India at international platforms including the G20 Summit and United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification sessions such as COP-15, COP-16, and CRIC as member of the Indian Delegation. He has authored numerous scientific publications and technical documents.

Abhishek Kumar specializes in plant ecology, biodiversity conservation, and ecological restoration. He holds PhD from Forest Research Institute, Dehradun in Forest Ecology and Climate Change. He has worked with reputed institutions including Indian Agriculture Research Institute, National Bureau of Plant and Genetic Resources and Wildlife Institute of India in different capacities. Dr. Kumar has published peer reviewed research papers, chapters and patents in his name.

Moses Fayiah, Department of Forestry and Wood Science, School of Natural Resources Management, Njala University, Sierra Leone. Dr. Fayiah specializes in sustainable forest management, climate change, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem restoration. A NAM Fellow awardee, he has authored many peer-reviewed publications and led conservation initiatives, including an EU-funded project for Outamba Kilimi National Park. He currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Forum for Environment, Biodiversity and Climate Change Sierra Leone.