Apply now for EGU’s Science Journalism Fellowship 2024 (up to €5k) Press release 6 May 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) has begun accepting applications for the 13th edition of its Science Journalism Fellowship competition. The fellowships enable journalists to report, in any European language, on ongoing research in the Earth, planetary or space sciences, with successful applicants receiving up to €5000 to cover expenses related to their projects. Read more
EGU is supporting 16 training schools and conferences in 2024 – apply for 2025 funding! 6 May 2024 The EGU will support the organisation of 16 geoscience conferences and training schools run by EGU members in 2024. Apply for funding to help organise a training school or a conference in the Earth, planetary or space sciences that will be held in 2025, by 17 June 2024. Read more
Call for applications: EGU Public Engagement Grants 2024! 6 May 2024 The grants will be awarded to EGU members interested in developing an outreach project to raise awareness of the geosciences outside the scientific community. The deadline for applications is 17 June. Read more
EGU24 – by the numbers 29 April 2024 Thanks to the enthusiastic efforts of our members and volunteers, EGU24 broke all our previous record with an astounding 20,931 people participating in the General Assembly, both in Vienna and online! Read more
Earth Day 2024: creating a just and sustainable future for humanity and the planet 22 April 2024 This Earth Day EGU joins with geoscience organisations around the world to share our commitment to promoting the conscientious applications of science to help us find solutions to create a just and sustainable future for humanity and the planet. Read more
Abstract withdrawal and code of conduct 18 April 2024 An abstract submitted to EGU24 has been withdrawn from the programme. Read more
Welcome to the EGU24 Press Centre Press release 12 April 2024 The European Geosciences Union’s annual General Assembly will be held from 14-19 April 2024 in a hybrid format. Journalists, science bloggers and other media participants can now access the online press centre for press conferences and sessions of media interest. Read more
Apply to host EGU-sponsored Geoscience Day public event(s) 2024 28 March 2024 Apply for funding to host a Geoscience Day public event to raise awareness of the geosciences among school students, policymakers, journalists and the wider public. Read more
EGU call for Medal and Award nominations is open! 8 March 2024 Each year the EGU honours individuals for their significant contributions to the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Union members are asked to submit their nominations for all 2024 medals and awards by 15 June 2024. Read more
Meltwater in the North Atlantic can lead to European summer heatwaves, study finds Press release 23 February 2024 A new study reveals European summer weather is predictable months to years in advance, due to higher levels of freshwater in the North Atlantic. The paper, published in the EGU journal Weather and Climate Dynamics, outlines a chain of events leading to hotter and drier European summers. Read more
Illustrator and poet chosen as artists in residence for the EGU24 General Assembly 19 February 2024 Lucía Pérez-Díaz, an illustrator, and Ilias Tsagas, a poet, have been selected for a residency at the next European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly 14–19 April 2024. Read more
Media registrations now open for the EGU General Assembly 2024 16 February 2024 Members of the media, public information officers and science bloggers are now invited to register online for the meeting free of charge. EGU24 will be held from 14-19 April, 2024 both in-person (Vienna, Austria) and online. Read more
Apply to participate in the EGU Teacher-Scientist Pairing Scheme 2024! 8 February 2024 EGU’s Outreach Committee are seeking participants for the 2024 Teacher-Scientist Pairing Scheme, available either in a live teaching format delivered during EGU24 or a recorded teaching format. Deadline for registering interest is 18 March 2024. Read more
Statement on the use of AI-based tools for the presentation and publication of research results in Earth, planetary and space science 22 January 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) provides recommendations ensure appropriate, mindful and ethical use of AI tools to prepare presentations and publications in Earth, planetary and space science. Read more
Apply for a Field School for Teachers, or Geoscience Education Event in 2024! 19 January 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is opening applications for its Field Schools for Teachers and its Geoscience Education Events schemes, which provide support and financial assistance for events promoting education in the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Apply by 9 February 2024. Read more
Thank you to all EGU volunteers who gave their time in 2023. 18 January 2024 Special thanks to the over 13,500 volunteers and members who generously donated their time to EGU in 2023! Read more
EGU24 mentoring scheme now open to mentees! 15 January 2024 Apply for a mentor to help you navigate the EGU General Assembly, or apply to become a mentor and help others find their footing! Closing date for applications is 18 March 2024. Read more
Apply now for EGU’s 2024 Education Fellowship for Early Career Scientists! 12 January 2024 The EGU’s Education Committee is now accepting applications for the 2024 Education Fellowship, to develop and deliver a creative initiative which promotes geoscience at the primary, secondary, and/or university education level. Apply by 2 February 2024. Read more
EGU Publications says “Thank you!” to all our 2023 journal and EGUsphere volunteers! 8 January 2024 EGU says “Thank you!” to all our 1372 journal editors, 8091 referees and 46 EGUsphere moderators who volunteered during 2023! Read more
Job alert! EGU Media and Communications Officer 2 January 2024 The Union is hiring a person to engage with the media, and to write for and co-ordinate the EGU’s blogs! Closing date for applications is 26 January 2024. Read more