Short Courses

A first-timer’s guide to the 2019 General Assembly

Olivia Trani November 15, 2018

Planning your first trip to the General Assembly can be overwhelming - let us help! Credit: Credit: EGU/Pfluegl

Will this be your first time at an EGU General Assembly? With more than 15,000 participants in a massive venue, the conference can be a confusing and, at times, overwhelming place. To help you find your way, we have compiled an introductory handbook filled with history, presentation pointers, travel tips and a few facts about Vienna and its surroundings. Download your copy of the EGU General Assem ...[Read More]

August GeoRoundUp: the best of the Earth sciences from around the web

Olivia Trani September 6, 2018

Shutters of the Cheruthoni dam open in response to heavy rainfall in Kerala, India. (Credit: Kiranroice, via Wikimedia Commons)

Drawing inspiration from popular stories on our social media channels, major geoscience headlines, as well as unique and quirky research, this monthly column aims to bring you the latest Earth and planetary science news from around the web. Major story The south Indian state of Kerala has suffered unusually heavy monsoon rainfall this month, triggering the worst flooding the state has seen in more ...[Read More]

Imaggeo on Mondays: Getting involved with EGU!

Olivia Trani August 13, 2018

EGU17 - Walkway to Entrance. Credit: Kai Boggild (distributed via imaggeo.egu.eu)

Today’s featured photo comes from the 2017 General Assembly. Did you enjoy this year’s 666 unique scientific sessions, 68 short courses and 294 side events? Did you know that EGU members and conference attendees can play an active role in shaping the scientific programme of the conference? It’s super easy! You can suggest a session (with conveners and description), and/or modific ...[Read More]

Organise a short course at EGU 2019: follow this simple guide!

Olivia Trani August 3, 2018

(Credit: EGU/Foto Pfluegl)

When it comes to supercharging your scientific skills, broadening your base science communication, or picking up tips on how to boost your career, short courses can be one of the highlights of the General Assembly programme. But, did you know that any EGU member (you!) can propose a short course? You’ve got until 6 September 2018 to complete the application. This quick guide, will give you some po ...[Read More]