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Geodesists on Tour: Circumnavigating Greenland by Helicopter

Christian Solgaard and Rebekka Steffen March 30, 2026

Enjoying the view after a long day in the field. Picture cortesy by Jean-Marie Bärtsch.

Greenland, the world’s largest island, has one of the most challenging environments for geodetic measurements. Maintaining GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) stations here isn’t just about precision – it’s about ensuring data continuity in an area that’s constantly moving. This is the behind-the-scenes story of a 15,000 km journey around Greenland: five weeks of helicopter-bas ...[Read More]

EGU Campfire Geodesy – Share Your Research – 18th Edition

Fikri Bamahry March 25, 2026

We are excited to announce the 18th edition of Geodesy Campfire – Share Your Research in April. The Geodesy EGU Campfire Events “Share Your Research” give (early career) researchers the chance to talk about their work. We have two exciting talks by our guest speakers, David Rodríguez Collantes and Klara Middendorf. Below, you can find the details of the topics awaiting us. We will have time to net ...[Read More]

EGU Campfire Geodesy – Share Your Research – 17th Edition

Barbara Jenny March 3, 2026

We are excited to announce the 17th edition of Geodesy Campfire – Share Your Research in March. The Geodesy EGU Campfire Events “Share Your Research” give (early career) researchers the chance to talk about their work. We have two exciting talks by our guest speakers, Hugo Lecomte and Marius Schlaak. Below, you can find the details of the topics awaiting us. We will have time to network after the ...[Read More]

PhD abroad: Shuxian Liu

Çağatay Çakan and Rebekka Steffen January 30, 2026

A graphical illustration in watercolour optic with human silhouettes in different colours, and several smaller elements such as an ocean and a satellite.

Figure courtesy: Öykü Koç

Doing a PhD is a challenge in itself. Doing it in another country, away from family and friends, is even harder. Handling the requirements of academia while adjusting to a new culture, language, and way of life can be overwhelming at times. But, doing a PhD abroad is not defined by challenges alone. A new academic and social environment can lead to new friendships, fresh perspectives, and personal ...[Read More]