Join EGU’s festive science-policy ‘happy hour’ on 17 December! 9 December 2020 During this lively networking event, participants will virtually mingle with people working at the science-policy interface as well as others interested in doing so. The happy hour will begin at 17:00 CET. Read more
EGU announces extensive annual meeting fee-waiver scheme 8 December 2020 Free and reduced registrations to vEGU21 will make it possible for geoscientists from around the globe to more efficiently collaborate to develop solutions to the many critical issues humanity will still face once the pandemic is over. Read more
Renew your membership today! 3 December 2020 EGU is dedicated to excellence in the Earth, planetary, and space sciences for the benefit of humanity and the planet. Renew now to submit an abstract and receive discounted registration to vEGU21! Read more
Engagement toolkit now available 2 December 2020 The 19-30 April gathering will feature many ways for you to engage, discover, inspire others – and to find inspiration, too! Read more
The Loupe – November: Milankovitch Cycles Centennial 2 December 2020 This month’s newsletter commemorates the discovery that the amount of solar radiation Earth receives varies cyclically and updates members on the latest blogs, policy, and General Assembly news. Read more
Antarctica Day: a milestone of collaborative science research 1 December 2020 The Antarctic Treaty, signed on 1 December 1959, set aside nearly 10% of the Earth for peaceful purposes in the interest of all of humankind. Read more
#vEGU21: Engage • Discover • Inspire 20 November 2020 The General Assembly 2021 will offer a full suite of sessions and activities to help you engage, discover, inspire others – and find inspiration, too! Read more
Deadlines for 2021 Outreach Activities Shifted 12 November 2020 New timelines for EGU’s 2021 Science Journalism Fellowships and Public Engagement Grants will offer current and future recipients additional time to engage the public with the geosciences. Read more
Seeking Artists (not!) in Residence for EGU21 10 November 2020 Artists: apply now to participate in EGU2021, Europe largest virtual geoscience conference. The deadline for applications is 1 December. Read more
Vote in EGU’s Autumn Election 2020! 5 November 2020 Exercising your right as an EGU member will help ensure the continuation of the Union’s well-established, bottom-up structure. Read more
EGU General Assembly 2021 to be held virtually 2 November 2020 #vEGU21 will be a fully online meeting that offers as full a representation of the experience that EGU members traditionally enjoy at the annual meeting in Vienna as possible. Read more
The Loupe – October: EGU’s Natural Hazards & Risk Reduction Month 30 October 2020 This month’s newsletter recognises natural hazards and the importance of reducing the risks associated with them and updates members on the 2021 EGU awards & medals! Read more
EGU announces its 2021 awards and medals! 21 October 2020 The European Geosciences Union is honouring 51 people at all stages of their careers who have made substantial contributions to the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Read more
EGU statement: Proposed cuts to EU science funding could slow future research and innovation 21 October 2020 The ongoing pandemic and intensifying effects of climate change demonstrate that Europe needs to invest in its scientists and research and innovation sector. Both are crucial for addressing future economic and societal challenges. Read more
Volunteer to be an EGUsphere preprint moderator! 14 October 2020 EGU is seeking scientists who want to gain experience in the realm of scientific publishing to pre-screen manuscripts submitted to the Union’s new online platform. Read more
Unfinished business: EGU announces virtual plenary on 22 October at 12:30 CEST 13 October 2020 Your participation will be crucial at the Union’s first online business meeting. Read more
EGU webinar: Funding opportunities—European Research Council grants 12 October 2020 On 19 September at 12:00, EGU will host a webinar about ERC individual research grants Read more
Earth Science Week 2020: Earth materials in our lives 8 October 2020 EGU is highlighting an alphabet of crucial Earth materials as part of the annual geoscience celebration! Read more
EGU Education Committee seeks two ECS representatives 8 October 2020 The committee seeks new members to help further teacher-training workshops and other secondary and post-secondary education initiatives. Read more
Job opportunity at the EGU Executive Office: Committee Programmes Coordinator 7 October 2020 We are seeking a new member of our Munich-based team to develop mentoring, training, and career-growth opportunities for EGU members and the geoscience community. The deadline for applications is 23 October 2020. Read more