Accessibility and inclusivity at EGU

How to make the most out of your experience at EGU26 (part 2)

András Zlinszky January 30, 2026

Photo by Kai Boggild. Source: Imaggeo

Presenting can be a big topic on its own, so I am about to share some essentials. Let’s suppose you have a talk: have its content completely ready at least a day before, practice it at least three times in full length, and once before you are in front of a real audience. If you don’t have a test audience, you can use a mirror. I know, this can sound embarrassing, and it does take time, ...[Read More]

25 years of Wikipedia: The only thing more layered than the Grand Canyon!

Asmae Ourkiya January 15, 2026

Photo by Oberon Copeland. Source: Unsplash

The year was 2001. A time before smartphones, before social media took over, and back when scrolling usually involved a physical microfilm reader at the library. On January 15 of that year, something revolutionary erupted onto the scene: Wikipedia was launched. As we celebrate its 25th anniversary, it’s time we come clean. While we might tell our professors we spent all night elbow-deep in the pri ...[Read More]

On hidden disabilities: An Oceanographer’s guide to thriving with autism in STEM

Fernanda Matos December 3, 2025

Picture of the author, Fernanda Matos, wearing a "disabled in STEM" jumper.

Hi! I am Fernanda Matos, an Oceanographer and autistic! Autism is considered a hidden disability, but it is not at all an easy disability. Unlike popular opinion, I am not like Sheldon from The Big Bang Theory, nor am I like my autistic peers. I am unique and part of a spectrum. When we talk about disability, we’re talking about conditions like autism, blindness, hearing impairment, or a mot ...[Read More]

Your visa guide for the EGU General Assembly 2026: Navigating the Schengen process

Asmae Ourkiya December 1, 2025

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Attending the European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly in Vienna is an invaluable experience, where scientists, researchers, and professionals come together from all over the world to share knowledge, expand networks, and strengthen the geosciences community. However, if you’re coming from a non-EU country and require a visa, preparing for your trip may feel overwhelming. As a former visa ...[Read More]