EGU26 Geomorphology: The Social & Networking Shortlist

The wait is almost over! Next week, the geomorphology community descends on Vienna for our annual week of science. While the halls will be packed with oral sessions, posters, and PICOs, the informal exchanges between sessions offer a vital space for networking and new ideas.

To help you navigate the busy week ahead, we’ve curated a shortlist of the Geomorphology Division’s top social and networking events. Whether you’re here to present groundbreaking findings, hunt for a new collaborator, or just catch up with old friends, we’ve got a spot for you.

From inspiring talks by colleagues to our social gatherings, say hello!

Monday

☕  GM Division Meet & Greet

🕒 15:45–16:15 CEST

📍 EGU Networking Zone (next to the EGU Booth, Hall X2)

Join us for a coffee at the EGU booth and meet the Geomorphology (GM) Division team! This informal drop-in is a great chance to break the ice, connect with fellow researchers, and chat with GM Division officers and ECS representatives. Come along to learn more about the division and explore how you can get involved in the EGU community.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑  First-Time Attendee Networking (NET6)

🕒 18:00–19:30 CEST

📍 EGU Networking Zone (Hall X2)

A relaxed space to meet other first-time attendees and start building your EGU network.

Tuesday

🧑‍🤝‍🧑  ECS Networking Reception (NET19)

🕒 18:00–19:30 CEST

📍 Rooftop Foyer + Foyer C

A great chance to meet other Early Career Scientists across disciplines. Whether you’re looking to collaborate, chat about research, or meet new people.

Wednesday

🥪   GM Division Networking Lunch

🕒 12:30–13:45 CEST

📍 Donaupark

Join us for an informal lunch with the Geomorphology community. A great chance to chat, meet new people, and take a break from the conference center. We will meet at the front entrance at 12:35. Please bring your own food and drink. Look for the GM sign and walk to Donaupark together!

🍻  GM Social Beverages

🕒 20:00–23:30

📍 Beer Paradise

Join the GM Division for an informal evening social on Wednesday at Beer Paradise in central Vienna. This is a great opportunity to unwind after a day at the General Assembly, connect with colleagues across all career stages, and continue conversations in a relaxed and friendly setting.

Thursday

🏆  Frontiers in Geomorphology (GM1.1 EDI)

🕒 10:45–12:15 CEST

📍 Room G1

This is the plenary Geomorphology Division session, hosting the GM Outstanding ECS Award Lecture by Dongfeng Li. This session will also include talks from the Geomorphology Division Outstanding Student and PhD candidate Presentation (OSPP) winners, and additional invited talks.

💬  GM Division Meeting (DM10)

🕒 12:45–13:45 CEST

📍 Room D3

During the division meeting, you can find out what is going on in our division and learn how to get involved. The division president reports on division activities (awards and medals, publications, current and next year’s General Assemblies), Union-wide news, presents the current division officers, and runs the election of new ones.

🥇  Ralph Alger Bagnold Medal Lecture by Maarten Kleinhans

🕒 Evening Medal Lecture

📍 Room D1 (19:00–20:00 CEST)

The Ralph Alger Bagnold Medal is awarded annually to individuals in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the study of geomorphology. This year, this medal is awarded to Maarten Kleinhans. In his lecture, he will explore how integrating complex biogeomorphic modeling with philosophy of science and transdisciplinary navigation can bridge the gap between academic research, 21st-century education, and effective societal action in the face of the climate crisis.

Friday

🎵  GeoVision Night

🕒 18:10–20:00 CEST

📍 Room E1

A different kind of EGU session bringing together science and creativity. A great way to close out the week.