early career researchers

I want you to stop being an early career scientist

Roelof Rietbroek January 3, 2018

The best way to get the most out of EGU's ECS network is to get involved! Credit: Roelof Rietbroek.

In this guest post Roelof Rietbroek, EGU’s Union-wide Early Career Scientist Representative (2017-2018), speaks about the importance of reseachers getting involved with the Union’s early career activities to really reap the benefits of being part of the network. With over half of the participants of EGU’s general assembly qualifying as an Early Career Scientist (ECS), chances are you are one ...[Read More]

GeoPolicy: Reaching out on Twitter – casually engage with policymakers!

Chloe Hill December 22, 2017

Twitter. Credit: tayloright (distributed via tayloright).

Reaching out to policymakers and sharing your research with them can seem like a daunting task! While there are many formal outlets for engaging with policymakers (such as completing questionnaires, contributing to workshops and participating in paring schemes), there are also more casual methods that can be done sporadically and with less effort. One example of this is engaging with policymakers ...[Read More]

GeoTalk: Maribel García-Ibáñez, Early Career Scientist Representative

Laura Roberts-Artal December 15, 2017

Meet Maribel García-Ibáñez, the current ECS Representative for the Ocean Science Division. Credit: Maribel García-Ibáñez

In addition to the usual GeoTalk interviews, were we highlight the work and achievements of early career researchers, this month we’ll also introduce one of the (outgoing) Division early career scientist representatives (ECS). The representatives are responsible for ensuring that the voice of EGU ECS membership is heard. From organising short courses during the General Assembly, through to running ...[Read More]

A first-timer’s guide to the 2018 General Assembly

Laura Roberts-Artal November 29, 2017

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 almost 14,500 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 Assembly ...[Read More]