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The publication issue: the opinions of EGU early career scientists!

Mathew Stiller-Reeve May 5, 2017

Should early career scientists be judged by their publication record? The new format of Great Debate took place at this year's General Assembly. (Credit: Lena Noack)

The EGU’s General Assemblies have a long tradition of Great Debates – sessions of Union-wide interest which aim to discuss some of the greatest challenges faced by our discipline. Past topics have included exploitation of mineral resources at the sea bed, water security given an ever growing population and climate geoengineering, to name but a few. This year’s meeting saw the first Great Debate a ...[Read More]

Announcing the winners of the EGU Photo Contest 2017!

Laura Roberts-Artal April 28, 2017

The selection committee received over 300 photos for this year’s EGU Photo Contest, covering fields across the geosciences. Participants at the 2017 General Assembly have been voting for their favourites throughout the week of the conference and there are three clear winners. Congratulations to 2017’s fantastic photographers! Penitentes in the Andes by Christoph Schmidt (distributed by imaggeo.eg ...[Read More]

Short courses at EGU 2017

Laura Roberts-Artal April 14, 2017

A whopping 96 short courses at this year’s General Assembly (Credit: EGU/Foto Pfluegl)

With a whopping 96 short courses at this year’s General Assembly, there is more than ever to choose when it comes to broadening your expertise. You can supercharge your scientific skills, broaden your base in science communication and pick up tips on how to boost your career – be it in academia or outside. There is also a course aimed at making your time at the conference easier -be sure to take p ...[Read More]

Union-wide events at EGU 2017

Laura Roberts-Artal April 13, 2017

There are tonnes of events which have general appeal, regardless of your field of research, at the General Assembly (Credit: EGU/Foto Pfluegl)

Wondering what to expect at the General Assembly this year? Here are some of the highlights: Union Symposia (US) For events which will have general appeal, regardless of your field of research, look no further than the Union Symposia. In particular, if you want to stand up for science at a time when (some) politics seems at odds with science, come along to Union Symposia 3, Make Facts Great Again ...[Read More]