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
SC3.18Non-academic stakeholders and sectors: who are they, why should we care and how do we engage with them? Early career scientists Policy Public engagement Convener(s): David Fernández-Blanco Co-Convener(s): Jenny Turton Fri, 28 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST) Room -2.61/62 Research institutes, universities, and academic societies are key agents of economic and social progress. The research that they undertake should inform critical decisions leading to the advancement of society and the solution to local and global issues, such as the usage of natural resources, resilience to geohazard impacts, climate change mitigation actions, and other societal challenges that shape our future. Knowing how to generate effective and efficient interactions with stakeholders is also essential for career advancement; it helps promote the … Read more
SC3.3/EOS1.8/CR8.11/GD11.6/GM12.14/GMPV11.2/NH12.11/OS5.11/PS9.8/SSP5.3Outreach: how to get your science out there? Early career scientists Public engagement Convener(s): Giulia Consuma Co-Convener(s): Silvia De Angeli, David Fernández-Blanco, Negar Vakilifard Wed, 26 Apr, 14:00–15:45 (CEST) Room -2.61/62 The work of scientists does not end with publishing their results in peer-reviewed journals and presenting them at specialized conferences. In fact, one could argue that the work of a scientist only starts at this point: outreach. What does science outreach mean? Very simply, it means to engage with the wider (non-scientific) public about science. The way of doing outreach has radically changed in the last decades, and scientists can now take advantage of many channels and resources to tailor … Read more
SC3.4/GM12.15/NH12.12/PS9.14Mind your Head: Scared of giving presentations? Early career scientists Public engagement Convener(s): Janina J. Nett Co-Convener(s): Anita Di Chiara, Saioa A. Campuzano, Rebekka Steffen, Maxime Grandin Mon, 24 Apr, 16:15–18:00 (CEST) Room -2.61/62 Giving presentations of our work or a lecture in front of an audience is an intrinsic part of any stage of the academic career and beyond. Giving a presentation can be stressful, in terms of preparation and delivery, and it can be scary, in terms of standing in front of an audience with the focus on your presentation. This uncomfortable feeling can reach points where it may hinder your possibilities, it can turn into ‘stage fright’ or even be a … Read more
SPM41Copernicus Publications meets ECS: what to keep, drop, improve in OA publishing? Early career scientists Convener(s): Johannes Wagner Co-Convener(s): Thies Martin Rasmussen Fri, 28 Apr, 10:45–12:30 (CEST) Room 2.97 Copernicus Publications as the publisher of all EGU journals would like to invite Early Career Scientists (ECS) across all disciplines to engage in an active discussion about needs and wishes of ECS in academic OA publishing. We want to hear your ideas and thoughts about what to keep, what to drop, what to improve in our publishing workflows or journal policies. Copernicus Publications aims to engage in an eye to eye exchange with the next generation of researchers and, as … Read more
TM14Climate change communication: What policy, education, research, geoethics and action are realistic? Early career scientists Policy Public engagement Convener(s): David Crookall Co-Convener(s): Bärbel Winkler Tue, 25 Apr, 19:00–20:00 (CEST) Room 1.14 The state of the planet, especially climate and ocean, is moving towards catastrophe almost by the day. Just two, from among many 2022 quotes illustrate the enormity of the problem. • Our world is suffering from the impact of unprecedented emergencies caused by the climate crisis, pollution, desertification and biodiversity loss. UN Secr-General, Guterres. • Multiple climate tipping points could be triggered if global temperature rises beyond 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. This will be disastrous for people across the world. … Read more
US2How can institutions assess impact beyond citations? Paths towards recognition and impact Early career scientists Policy Convener(s): Loic Piret Co-Convener(s): Megan O'Donnell, Noel Baker, Chloe Hill Mon, 24 Apr, 08:30–12:30 (CEST) Room E1 Despite a large, reported interest significant barriers prevent academics from contributing to decision-making processes, including a lack of knowledge about how to engage, insufficient time to participate, and a lack of acknowledgement of individual contributions beyond citations. For example, engaging with policy decision-making processes is not necessarily rewarded in the same way as other activities, such as publishing in journals or generating press coverage. This acts as a significant barrier to participation for many academics, but particularly early career researchers. … Read more
US4Juggling parenting and caring responsibilities with a career in the geosciences: barriers and opportunities to increasing accessibility and inclusion Early career scientists Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Convener(s): Lisa Wingate Co-Convener(s): Dr Munira Raji, Jenny Turton, Evguenia Roussak Tue, 25 Apr, 14:00–18:00 (CEST) Room E1 Many geoscientists at some point in their career have the responsibility of caring for family members for extended periods of time. Depending on the support networks in place this can lead to considerable and all too often insurmountable periods of time in a geoscientists career where they find themselves excluded from geoscientific networking experiences and employment opportunities. This not only leads to carers experiencing feelings of isolation, they may also experience financial difficulties alongside increased mental charge eventually causing many … Read more
US5Allyship and supporting others for a more diverse and inclusive geosciences Early career scientists Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Convener(s): daniel parsons Tue, 25 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST) Room E1 An ally is often defined as someone who is not a member of a marginalised group but wants to support and take action to help others in that group. Allyship is crucial for realising the potential for inclusion and equality, and in turn improving diversity in a broader community. Being an effective ally for marginalised groups is often a delicate balance of supporting actions. For example, poor allyship can be speaking over marginalised people by taking credit and receiving recognition … Read more
EOS5.1Promoting and supporting equality, diversity and inclusion in the geosciences Early career scientists Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Convener(s): Claudia Jesus-Rydin Co-Convener(s): Anouk Beniest, Chiaki Oguchi, Billy Williams Following the success of previous years, this session will explore reasons for the under-representation of different groups (cultural, national and gender) by welcoming debate among scientists, decision-makers and policy analysts in the geosciences. The session will focus on both obstacles that contribute to under-representation and on best practices and innovative ideas to remove those obstacles. Contributions are solicited on the following topics: - Role models to inspire and further motivate others (life experience and/or their contributions to promote equality) - … Read more
GDB4Slow science vs fast science Early career scientists Convener(s): Andrea Madella Co-Convener(s): Michael Dietze, Annegret Larsen Tue, 20 Apr, 09:00–10:30 (CEST) Tue, 20 Apr, 09:00–10:30 (CEST) "Publish or perish" is the motto for Fast Science. All Early Career Scientists (ECS) are well aware that the scientific landscape has become a publication factory. Fast Science prefers quantity over quality, thereby creating a proliferation of articles that overwhelm readers and publishers and threaten the effectiveness of the peer-review system. The widespread three-year turnover of project grants causes a lack of longer-term, comprehensively monitored data-sets, contributing to incremental, not fundamental, discoveries. Researchers are challenged to publish at a high … Read more
