Daugavpils University is the largest regional state university in Latvia. DU is developing as a modern academic institution that provides the environment and infrastructure for outstanding achievements in research, studies, and creative endeavours. Within the project, the university will conduct a scientific assessment of the invasive species of Latvia and will help determine priorities and guidelines on the restriction or eradiction of species as well as including new species  in the invasive species list of Latvia. DU will also help to select pilot sites and methods for controlling invasive species.