EGU Outreach Committee seeking new members 18 March 2021 EGU’s Outreach Committee, which focuses on public engagement activities, communication with scientists and the media, and policy issues, is searching for 3 new members to help further its programme. Applications are due on 6 April. Read more
Funding now available to organise a Higher Education geoscience teaching workshop! 17 March 2021 EGU is offering up to €5,000 to organise an HE Teaching Workshop between October 2021 and July 2022. Applications are due 2 August 2021. Read more
vEGU21: Everything you need to know about displays, commenting & licencing 16 March 2021 Increase the feedback you receive during EGU21 by uploading a display and commenting on other scientists’ materials beginning on 31 March. Early bird registration ends the same day! Read more
Call for applications: EGU Public Engagement Grants 2021! 15 March 2021 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 18 June. Read more
EGU call for Medal and Award nominations is open! 8 March 2021 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 2022 medals and awards by 15 June 2021. Read more
Everything you need to know about the vEGU21 schedule! 3 March 2021 From ten keynote presentations and dozens of Short Courses to thousands of vPICO presentations, the programme for the EGU General Assembly 2021 is now finalized. Here, the most up-to-date schedule information—all in one place. Read more
EGU webinar: Getting the most out of online conferences! 2 March 2021 This 11 March webinar will address the guiding vision behind online conferences and how they can help researchers; how attendees can best interact with online platforms; and how to look after yourself while navigating the virtual realm, including during vEGU21. Read more
The Loupe – February: Mars Month! 25 February 2021 The Hope Probe’s science & symbolism; Union leaders’ Vision 2021; GreenEGU; and everything you need to know about vEGU21 sessions! Read more
vEGU to GreenEGU 24 February 2021 What lessons can you take from this year’s virtual General Assembly to make your in-person conferences greener? Read more
Everything you need to know about the vEGU21 scientific sessions 18 February 2021 Here’s the most recent information about the format and key dates for the vPICO sessions at the EGU General Assembly 2021—all in one place. Read more
In 2021, you can still #GreenEGU! 17 February 2021 Here are 5 environmentally friendly things you can try to help create a greener conference experience this year. Read more
University geoscience teachers: apply for an EGU higher education teaching grant! 16 February 2021 The EGU invites applications for grants to fund the preparation of university-level geoscience teaching materials. The deadline is 1 June 2021. Read more
Vision 2021: EGU’s leaders focus on the Union’s future 12 February 2021 2021 promises to be an important year for EGU! Learn more about the Union’s latest initiatives and some of our leaders’ top priorities for the next few years. Read more
Meet the women of EGU – 2021 edition! 11 February 2021 We’re celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science by recognising a few of the women filling critical roles in our organisation, from the next EGU President to many of our Early Career Scientist representatives! Read more
The 2020/21 EGU science-policy pairing scheme is currently underway! 4 February 2021 The virtual format of this year’s pairing has enabled a longer collaboration between MEP Spyraki and the selected EGU member. Read more
#vEGU21 Game Jam! 1 February 2021 Submit your favorite geoscience game for a chance to win the coveted ‘EGU Game of the Year’ title! Read more
The Loupe – January: 120 years of climate-change language 28 January 2021 A new Science for Policy Working Group, the Galileo Conference proposal deadline, and the latest EGU Webinar: all about open access! in the January issue of EGU’s monthly newsletter. Read more
EGU announces new Science for Policy Working Group! 27 January 2021 Established in response to member feedback, the working group will support evidence-informed policymaking and highlight policy-relevant research by EGU members. Read more
ECS: Apply now to become your divison’s next rep! 26 January 2021 BG, CL and GI are among the EGU divisions seeking new respresentatives. Read more
Call for EGU Galileo Conference Proposals 25 January 2021 The deadline to submit a proposal for a 2022 meeting focused on a topic at the frontiers of geoscience research is 2 March 2021. Read more
Teachers and educators: apply now for the vGIFT 2021 workshop! 22 January 2021 “Water in the solar system” will be the theme of the virtual Geosciences Information For Teachers (vGIFT) workshop to be held from 19-29 April. Read more
EGU Photo Competition 2021: open for submissions! 19 January 2021 Winners will receive a free registration to #EGU22. Read more
Accessibility at vEGU21: Promoting inclusive language 13 January 2021 Part 2 of EGU’s Incomplete Guide is now available! Read more
vEGU21 abstract submission deadline extended! 12 January 2021 The final deadline is Wednesday 20 January at 13:00 CET. Read more
#vEGU21: sneak peek! 7 January 2021 Sharing your science is more important than ever. The platform we’re building will help you engage with colleagues, discover new opportunities, and find renewed inspiration! Read more
Four artists to be (not!) in residence at vEGU21 6 January 2021 From creative writing to portraits and Legos to algorithms, the handiwork of four scientist-artists will inspire General Assembly participants to develop creative new ways of communicating their research. Read more
EGU webinar: All about open access! 5 January 2021 In a recorded interview, the initiator and co-chair of the international open-access initiative OA2020 addresses members’ questions, including how abstracts submitted to vEGU21 are protected. Read more
EGU members: Check your login by 8 January 4 January 2021 Check your Copernicus username and password and renew your membership by Friday to avoid delays submitting your vEGU21 abstract! Read more
EGU webinar: All about open access! 1 January 2021 During this interview, Ulrich Pöschl, founder and co-chair of the international open access initiative OA2020, will answer all your open-access questions. Read more
Most-read EGU journal articles of 2020! 30 December 2020 From the substructure of extremely hot summers and the potential intensification of the global hydrologic cycle to knowledge building on Twitter, these crowd-pleasers accounted for a quarter-million views in 2020! Read more
Happy holidays from EGU! 18 December 2020 Special end-of-year thanks to our thousands of volunteers and members, and best wishes for 2021. Read more
Applications open for EGU Education Fellowships 2021 15 December 2020 EGU is now accepting applications for two fellows to help publicise educational resources related to the Union’s General Assembly 2021. The deadline for applications is 29 January 2021. Read more
Top 5 (Last-Minute) Gifts for Geoscientists! 11 December 2020 Looking for gifts for all the geoscientists in your life? EGU has you covered with a special 2020 edition of this must-read professional guide. Read more
#vEGU21: Engage • Discover • Inspire 10 December 2020 Registration is now open to attend the EGU General Assembly 2021. The abstract submission deadline is 13 January at 13:00 CET. Read more
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