Mexico earthquakes: What we know so far EGU news 20 September 2017 In early and mid-September, strong earthquakes hit Mexico causing widespread damage and casualties. On the EGU blog, GeoLog, we rounded up the available scientific information on the earthquakes, including commentary by EGU seismologists. Read more
Educators: apply now to take part in the 2018 GIFT workshop! EGU news 12 September 2017 The Geosciences Information For Teachers (GIFT) workshop is taking place on April 9–11 2018 at the EGU General Assembly in Vienna, Austria. The topic of the 2018 edition of GIFT is ‘Major events that shaped the Earth’, and teachers can apply to attend by 26 November. Read more
News from the EGU: meet the president, EGU 2018 interdisciplinary events (August 2017) EGU news 29 August 2017 The August 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
EGU 2018 call for sessions EGU news 25 August 2017 The call for session proposals for the EGU 2018 General Assembly is now open. Until 8 September you can suggest new sessions with conveners and description, or you can propose modifications to current ones. Please note that, for the first time this year, the 8 September deadline also applies to short courses and townhall meetings. The next EGU General Assembly is taking place in Vienna, Austria on 8–13 April 2018. Read more
News from the EGU: EGU18 call for sessions, call for candidates, evolution statement (July 2017) EGU news 31 July 2017 The July 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
EGU Publications Committee Chair Hubert H.G. Savenije honoured by AGU EGU news 20 July 2017 Hubert H.G. Savenije, Professor of Hydrology at the Delft University of Technology and the Chair of the EGU Publications Committee, has been named as the recipient of the International Award of the American Geophysical Union. This award is given annually to one honoree in recognition “for making an outstanding contribution to furthering the Earth and space sciences and using science for the benefit of society in developing nations.” Read more
EGU Autumn 2017 elections: call for candidates EGU news 17 July 2017 The EGU Election Autumn 2017 for the next EGU President, General Secretary, and Division Presidents will take place from 1 to 30 November 2017. You are kindly asked to propose a candidate to any of these vacancies by 15 September 2017. You are welcome and encouraged to nominate yourself. Read more
Position statement: EGU advocates the teaching of evolution EGU news 6 July 2017 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) strongly supports the teaching of evolution in schools and other educational fora. Evolution, a fundamental concept in biology and the Earth sciences, is the only theory supported by scientific evidence to describe how life on Earth has evolved. Read more
EGU journals: updated publication policy and revision of editors’, referees’, and authors’ obligations EGU news 3 July 2017 In response to the detection of a case of scientific malpractice by a topical editor of two of its journals (SOIL and Solid Earth), EGU and Copernicus Publications have revised the guidelines for authors, editors and reviewers. The journals now also have an updated publication policy. Read more
News from the EGU: standing up for science, funding training schools (June 2017) EGU news 29 June 2017 The June 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Apply for EGU financial support for training schools EGU news 7 June 2017 Do you need support from the EGU to organise a training school in the Earth, planetary or space sciences? Up until 15 August 2017, we welcome proposals for training schools scheduled for 2018. Please note this will be the only call for proposals for EGU co-sponsored meetings, and that we are only accepting funding applications relating to training schools. Read more
News from the EGU: Awards, EGU 2017 videos, AOGS-EGU conference (May 2017) EGU news 31 May 2017 The May 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
First AOGS–EGU Joint Conference: New Dimensions for Natural Hazards in Asia EGU news 22 May 2017 The first AOGS-EGU joint conference will take place from 4 to 8 February 2018 in the Philippines. It will bring together students, early career and established scientists from all areas of the globe to discuss current advances in knowledge and new perspectives relevant to natural hazards in the Asian region. The deadline for abstract submission is 31 August. Read more
EGU journals: celebrations and growth EGU news 16 May 2017 The 17 EGU–Copernicus peer-reviewed open-access journals experienced significant growth in 2016. We published over 3300 final-revised papers, corresponding to some 53,500 pages, a growth of about 10% compared to the previous year. These papers were downloaded over 645,000 times. Read more
Nominate candidates for EGU awards and medals by 15 June EGU news 8 May 2017 Every year, the EGU honours individuals for their contributions to the Earth, planetary and space sciences. EGU members are kindly asked to submit their nominations for all EGU 2018 medals and awards by 15 June 2017. Read more
Thank you for making the EGU 2017 General Assembly a success EGU news 3 May 2017 Last week (23–28 April), the EGU had the pleasure to host 14,500 participants at the EGU 2017 General Assembly in Vienna. This was a record-breaking meeting, with close to 17,500 oral, poster and PICO presentations, and over 1000 sessions and side events. For making the meeting a success, the EGU would like to thank all participants, as well as everyone involved in the organisation of the meeting: conveners, members of the EGU Programme Committee, Copernicus Meetings, conference assistants, and ACV and EGU office staff. We especially thank Gerrit de Rooij, the EGU Programme Committee Chair for the past three years, and welcome Susanne Buiter, who is now Chair of the Programme Committee. Read more
News from the EGU: EGU 2017 roundup, competition winners (April 2017) EGU news 2 May 2017 The April 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
EGU 2017 Public Engagement Grants awarded to Martin Archer and Tero Mielonen EGU news 28 April 2017 The EGU Outreach Committee has named Martin Archer and Tero Mielonen as the winners of the 2017 EGU Public Engagement Grants competition. Read more
News from the EGU: EGU17 programme, March for Science (March 2017) EGU news 30 March 2017 The March 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
EGU endorses March for Science EGU news 24 March 2017 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is now an official supporter of the March for Science. This global movement will culminate with a march on Earth Day, April 22, 2017, in Washington DC. On the same day, hundreds of satellite marches will take place around the world, including in Vienna, the day before the EGU General Assembly starts in the Austrian capital. Read more
News from the EGU: Alpine snow, photo competition, mentoring (February 2017) EGU news 27 February 2017 The February 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Editorial malpractice in two EGU journals (SOIL and SE) detected for one editor, others cleared EGU news 27 February 2017 EGU and Copernicus Publications recently detected a case of scientific malpractice by a topical editor of two of their journals, SOIL and Solid Earth (SE). EGU, Copernicus and the executive editors of the affected journals took prompt action by informing the community, and the editor has stepped down. We are now making data from editor and referee reports for the editor in question public, as well as for seven more soil scientists who have reviewed for EGU–Copernicus journals. The data reveal only one editor manipulated citations. Read more
Apply to be an EGU division early career scientist representative EGU news 20 February 2017 Early career scientists (ECS) make up a significant proportion of the EGU membership and it’s important to us that your voices get heard. To make sure that happens, each division appoints an ECS representative: the vital link between the Union and the ECS membership. This year a number of divisions are looking for new representatives. Follow the link to find out more, including how to get involved. Read more
Applications open for the EGU General Assembly Mentoring Programme EGU news 17 February 2017 For the first time, the EGU is offering a mentoring programme for novice conference attendees, students, and early career scientists at its annual General Assembly. The programme aims to facilitate new connections that may lead to long-term professional relationships within the Earth, planetary and space science communities. The programme promises to be a rewarding experience for both mentees and mentors, so do consider signing up. Read more
Register to attend the EGU 2017 General Assembly EGU news 7 February 2017 The EGU 2017 General Assembly (23–28 April, Vienna, Austria) will bring together over 14,000 scientists, exhibitors and journalists from all over the world to one meeting covering all disciplines of the Earth, planetary and space sciences. The early registration deadline is 16 March. Read more
EGU Outreach Committee seeking new members EGU news 3 February 2017 The EGU Outreach Committee promotes the Earth, planetary and space sciences and the activities of the EGU among scientists, the non-scientific public, policymakers and all other interested individuals and organisations. The Committee seeks 1-2 new members to help further its programme. Read more
News from the EGU: grants, job, EGU17 (January 2017) EGU news 27 January 2017 The January 2017 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Imaggeo Photo Competition EGU news 25 January 2017 The eight annual EGU photo competition opens on 1 February. Up until 1 March, every participant pre-registered for the General Assembly can submit up three original photos and one moving image on any broad theme related to the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Read more
Communicate Your Science Video Competition EGU news 18 January 2017 Want to communicate your research to a wider audience and try your hand at video production? Now’s your chance! Early career scientists pre-registered for the EGU General Assembly are invited to take part in the EGU’s Communicate Your Science Video Competition. The deadline is 26 February 2017. Read more
EGU Committee on Education seeking two new members EGU news 9 January 2017 The Committee on Education, which coordinates the EGU activities related to secondary and tertiary education, is looking for new members to help further its programmes. Read more
EGU Galileo Conference programme: call for proposals EGU news 9 January 2017 The EGU is now accepting proposals for Galileo conferences to take place in March 2018 to February 2019. The meetings address well-focused cutting-edge topics at the frontier of geosciences research, with two conferences this year focusing on ‘Geoscience for understanding habitability in the Solar System and beyond’ and ‘From process to signal – advancing environmental seismology’. Any EGU member may propose to organise a Galileo Conference until 28 February 2017. Read more
Submit your abstract and register for the EGU 2017 General Assembly EGU news 3 January 2017 The EGU 2017 General Assembly (23–28 April, Vienna, Austria) will bring together geoscientists from all over the world to one meeting covering all disciplines of the Earth, planetary and space sciences. Read more
News from the EGU: job opportunity, election results (December 2016) EGU news 22 December 2016 The December 2016 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Job opportunity at the EGU Executive Office: Science Policy Officer EGU news 15 December 2016 We are looking to hire a Science Policy Officer to continue developing the EGU’s policy programme, which is aimed at building bridges between geoscientists and European policymakers, engaging the EGU membership with public policy, and informing decision makers about the Earth, planetary and space sciences. The deadline for applications is 5 February 2017. Read more
Results of the EGU Autumn 2016 elections EGU news 1 December 2016 The EGU election for the next Treasurer and Division Presidents closed on 30 November. The results are now available on the Elections page of this website. The EGU is grateful to all those who used their voting right. Active participation in elections ensures continuation of the well-established bottom-up structure of our Union! Read more
News from the EGU: awards, funding, elections (November 2016) EGU news 24 November 2016 The November 2016 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Applications open for EGU Public Engagement Grants EGU news 15 November 2016 The EGU is launching the second edition of its grant scheme to celebrate and recognise excellent science communication in the Earth, planetary and space sciences. The two applicants that are judged to have the most innovative and effective initiative, will be awarded a grant of €1000 each to help further develop the idea and put it into practice. The deadline for applications is 15 February. Read more
EGU announces 2017 awards and medals EGU news 9 November 2016 The EGU has named the 47 recipients of next year’s Union Medals and Awards, Division Medals, and Division Outstanding Early Career Scientist Awards. Read more
EGU co-sponsored meetings: support request EGU news 4 November 2016 Do you need support from the EGU to organise a meeting in the Earth, planetary or space sciences? Up until 31 December 2016, we welcome proposals for topical meetings, training schools and workshops, as well as applications for EGU sponsorship of external meetings, for the year 2017. Read more
Earthquakes: what’s happening in central Italy? EGU news 3 November 2016 On Sunday 30 October 2016 at 7:40 am local time, a magnitude 6.5 earthquake hit central Italy near Norcia. According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the epicentre was at 42.84 N, 13.11 E at a depth of about 10 km. Earlier today, another strong (magnitude 4.8), shallow earthquake hit the same area. Read more
Voting for the next EGU Treasurer and Division Presidents now open! EGU news 1 November 2016 From now until 30 November 2016, EGU members can vote in the Autumn 2016 EGU Election. If you are an active member of the Union, you should have already received an email with a personalised voting link. Remember that active participation in EGU elections ensures continuation of the well-established bottom-up structure of our Union! Read more
News from the EGU: EGU17 call for abstracts, job opportunity, Bolivian glaciers (October 2016) EGU news 27 October 2016 The October 2016 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Job opportunity at the EGU Executive Office: Science Policy Officer EGU news 24 October 2016 We are looking to hire a Science Policy Officer to continue developing the EGU’s policy programme, which is aimed at building bridges between geoscientists and European policymakers, engaging the EGU membership with public policy, and informing decision makers about the Earth, planetary and space sciences. The deadline for applications is 15 November 2016. Read more
EGU 2017 call for abstracts EGU news 20 October 2016 Are you interested in presenting your work at the upcoming EGU General Assembly? Make sure to submit your abstract by 11 January 2017, 13:00 CET. If you would like to apply for financial support to attend the meeting, please submit your abstract no later than 1 December 2016. The EGU 2017 General Assembly is taking place in Vienna, Austria from 23–28 April 2017. Read more
Celebrating Earth Science Week EGU news 6 October 2016 Earth Science Week, an international annual celebration founded by the American Geosciences Institute in 1998, aims to change the public’s perception of the geosciences. In 2016, Earth Science Week takes place between 8 and 16 October. For the first time, the EGU will run events to mark the special date, all of which we invite you to take part in. Read more
News from the EGU: polar bears, PICO, weathering in landslides (September 2016) EGU news 4 October 2016 The September 2016 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Educators: apply now to take part in the 2017 GIFT workshop! EGU news 27 September 2016 The Geosciences Information For Teachers (GIFT) workshop is taking place on April 24–26 2017 at the EGU General Assembly in Vienna, Austria. The topic of the 2017 edition of GIFT is The Mediterranean. Read more
Register on the EGU Database of Expertise EGU news 5 September 2016 As part of its ‘science for policy’ programme, the EGU is creating a database to identify expertise within the Union that can be used in policy-related events of geoscientific relevance. Read more
News from the EGU: Italy earthquake, new papers (August 2016) EGU news 1 September 2016 The August 2016 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake in central Italy EGU news 24 August 2016 Early today, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit central Italy at 03:36 am local time (CEST). The epicentre of the earthquake was at (42.71 N, 13.22 E), according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. This is about 110 km northeast of Rome and about 35 km north of the deadly magnitude 6.3 earthquake that hit L’Aquila in 2009. Read more
