GDB3The Science activist: should science get Political? Early career scientists Policy Convener(s): Kirsten v. Elverfeldt Co-Convener(s): Viktor J. Bruckman, Simon Clark, Christina West Tue, 25 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST) Room E1 Proponents of collaboration between scientific experts with advocacy and activist groups point towards the inextricable bonds between science and politics, where neither exist in a vacuum and silence only perpetuates the problems research seeks to resolve. Opponents cite the threat to integrity: scientists associated with or engaging in activism risk producing an image of science as a political group rather than a dispassionate process of knowledge generation. Such an image may erode public trust and risk political retaliation through funding … Read more
GDB4Scientific Neocolonialism: tools and mechanisms to advocate and amplify the voices, knowledge and recognition of local knowledge in geoscience research Early career scientists Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy Convener(s): Robyn Pickering Co-Convener(s): Anouk Beniest, Barbara Ervens, Giuliana Panieri, Loyuá Costa Thu, 27 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST) Room E1 Following on from the success of the 2022 EGU EDI Union Symposium 'Scientific Neocolonialism: What is it and why should you care?', the EGU would like to expand the conversation surrounding this important topic. In particular, the aim of this Great Debate is to hear from people that have experienced neocolonialism in science, acknowledge the issues, explore solutions that our scientific community and the EGU can implement to raise awareness, and discuss examples to eliminate neocolonialism from our geoscience ecosystem. … Read more
GDB5Is social media outreach? Early career scientists Public engagement Convener(s): Jenny Turton Co-Convener(s): Simon Clark, Nazimul Islam Mon, 24 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) Room E1 Is social media a worthwhile vector for communicating science and reaching non-expert audiences? Proponents of social media highlight its ability for bringing otherwise inaccessible research to a global network, spreading research to new audiences whilst cultivating a following. The public can be updated with discoveries in real-time, without the potentially modifying lens of traditional media. And with content under the control of individuals or small groups communicators can flex and nurture their creativity. But communicating through social media often requires … Read more
SC1.1/GM12.1/PS9.2How to navigate EGU: tips and tricks Early career scientists Convener(s): Jenny Turton Co-Convener(s): Anouk Beniest, Anita Di Chiara, Simon Clark, David Fernández-Blanco Enter live sessionMon, 24 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST)|Pre-recorded Are you unsure about how to bring order in the extensive program of the General Assembly? Are you wondering how to tackle this week of science? Are you curious about what EGU and the General Assembly have to offer? Then this is the short course for you! During this course, we will provide you with tips and tricks on how to handle this large conference and how to make the most out of your week at this year's General Assembly. … Read more
SC1.2/GM12.2/PS9.3How to get involved with EGU Early career scientists Convener(s): Jenny Turton Co-Convener(s): David Fernández-Blanco, Nazimul Islam, Giuliana Panieri Enter live sessionMon, 24 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST)|Pre-recorded The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is the largest Geosciences Union in Europe, largely run by volunteers. Conferences, journals, policy making and scientific communication are all important parts of EGU. Whatever your closest link with EGU, would you like to get more involved? Perhaps you are interested in running events, being a representative or being part of a committee. In this short course, we will provide an overview of all the activities of EGU, which are much more than just the … Read more
SC1.3The LGBT Pride group at EGU: Current progress and challenges for LGBT people in the Earth system sciences Early career scientists Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Convener(s): Hannah Sophia Davies Co-Convener(s): Katinka Bellomo, Anita Di Chiara Mon, 24 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) Room -2.85/86 LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Intersexual, Asexual, plus; or LGBT for short) geoscientists are likely to have to face several obstacles throughout their career compared to their cisgender/heterosexual colleagues. These obstacles can take many forms, e.g., inflexible bureaucratic limits on name/gender marker changes on documentation, a lack of training for cruise/field leaders on LGBT topics, a lack of support for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) people on field trips and research cruises, and safety and medical considerations LGBT people … Read more
SC2.2/GM12.4Transferable skills: what are they and do I have them? Early career scientists Convener(s): Jenny Turton Co-Convener(s): David Fernández-Blanco Tue, 25 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST) Room -2.61/62 For anyone entering the job market or looking for a new job, you will hear the phrase ‘transferable skills’. PhD candidates and scientists are advised to highlight their transferable skills when applying for non-academic jobs, but it can be hard to know what these skills are. Similarly, for those looking to change scientific research areas or take a leap into a new field for their PhD, it is important to highlight your transferable skills. Big data analysis, communicating your findings, … Read more
SC2.3/GM12.5/NH12.2/OS5.8/PS9.5How to build and grow your scientific network Early career scientists Convener(s): Andreas Kvas Co-Convener(s): Megan Holdt Mon, 24 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST) Room 0.96/97 Networking is crucial for scientists of all career stages for collaborations as well as for their personal growth and career pathways. Your scientific network can support you when struggling with everyday academic life, help with making career choices and give feedback on job applications/proposals/papers. Further, having a scientific network can provide new perspectives and opportunities for your research while leading to interdisciplinary collaborations and new projects. Building up an initial network can be challenging, especially outside of your research institution. … Read more
SC2.6/GM12.7/NH12.4Mind your head: Life-Work-Balance - What does it mean? Early career scientists Convener(s): Saioa A. Campuzano Co-Convener(s): Rebekka Steffen, Anita Di Chiara, Silvia De Angeli, Selina Kiefer Thu, 27 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) Room -2.61/62 Life-work-balance or more commonly known as work-life-balance is a synonym for working conditions where you also have enough spare time to enjoy your life. But, is it that easy? And what is more important in case of overlap: the “life” or the “work”? In this short course, we discuss life-work-balance and its meaning in different countries within academia. Is every country, every institution treating life-work-balance the same way? How do they differ? What are the measures already in place? We … Read more
SC2.8/CR8.1/GM12.9/GMPV11.1/NH12.6/TS14.2Careers inside and outside of academia: Panel Discussion Early career scientists Convener(s): Francesco Giuntoli Co-Convener(s): Jenny Turton, Anouk Beniest, Gökben Demir Mon, 24 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST) Room -2.61/62 After the PhD, a new challenge begins: finding a position where you can continue your research or a job outside academia where you can apply your advanced skills. This task is not always easy, and frequently a general overview of the available positions is missing. Furthermore, in some divisions, up to 70% of PhD graduates will go into work outside of academia. There are many different careers which require or benefit from a research background. But often, students and early … Read more
