Mobile-friendly websites and full-text html papers for EGU journals EGU news 22 November 2018 Copernicus Publications, who manage EGU publications, are rolling out new updates for EGU journals aimed at improving the user experience, particularly for those accessing the journal websites on a mobile device. ESurf, TC and CP have now published their first papers in full-text html, with other EGU journals following suit over the next few weeks. The HTML format makes it easier for search engines to find content on EGU journals. Importantly, it also means papers can easily be read on mobile devices since the content of the websites is responsive, adapting to the size of the screen. Read more
Policy brief: increasing collaboration between geoscience, policy and industry EGU news 16 November 2018 In this policy brief, the EGU together with the European Federation of Geologists (EFG), highlight the need for more effective collaboration between geoscience, policy and industry to meet Europe’s most pressing economic, social and environmental challenges. The document also outlines steps that can be taken to enhance collaboration between these groups, including improving science communication, creating more opportunities to network and interact, and promoting interdisciplinarity. Read more
Applications open for EGU Public Engagement Grants 2019 EGU news 15 November 2018 The EGU is launching the fourth edition of its grant scheme to celebrate and recognise excellent science communication in the Earth, planetary and space sciences. The deadline for applications is 15 February. Read more
More time for all presentation types in the new EGU General Assembly schedule EGU news 14 November 2018 To provide a better experience for all attendees at its General Assembly, the EGU is making changes to the schedule of its largest annual meeting. The new schedule offers more time for all presentation types by featuring posters, orals and PICOs throughout the day, and includes a dedicated networking slot. Read more
EGU establishes Working Group on Diversity and Equality EGU news 12 November 2018 The EGU recognises the value of diversity in particular in terms of geographical, gender, scientific disciplines and age balance. Since its creation, the Union has had a genuine and continuous interest in ensuring fair treatment within its community. In Autumn 2018, the EGU Council established the creation of the EGU Working Group on Diversity and Equality, with the aim to promote and support diversity and equality of opportunities in the Earth, planetary and space sciences, with particular focus on EGU activities. Read more
Applications open for the EGU General Assembly Mentoring Programme EGU news 9 November 2018 For the third year in a row, 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. We especially encourage potential mentors to sign up and share their expertise with first-timers at the General Assembly. Read more
Vote for the next EGU Treasurer EGU news 5 November 2018 From now until 30 November 2018, EGU members can vote in the Autumn 2018 EGU Election. If you are a 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
Monthly news from EGU: Call for abstracts, awards and medals (October 2018) EGU news 30 October 2018 The October 2018 edition of the EGU email newsletter, the monthly information service for Union members, is now available. Read more
Call for abstracts to the EGU General Assembly 2019 now open! EGU news 23 October 2018 The EGU General Assembly 2019, taking place in Vienna (Austria) on 7–12 April 2019, will bring together geoscientists from all over the world to one meeting covering all disciplines of the Earth, planetary and space sciences. The deadline for abstract submission is 10 January 2019 or, for those applying for the Roland Schlich travel support, 1 December 2018. Only 2019 EGU members will be able to submit abstracts as first author to the 2019 meeting and, with a few exceptions, only one abstract as first author will be permitted. Read more
EGU announces 2019 awards and medals EGU news 17 October 2018 The EGU has named the 45 recipients of next year’s Union Medals and Awards, Division Medals, and Division Outstanding Early Career Scientist Awards. Read more
