The YES Network will be chairing the following two sessions at the AGU 2010 Fall Meeting (13-17 December 2010) in San Francisco, California.
AGU abstracts submissions will open on 21 July and close on 2 September.
Visit the AGU 2010 Fall Meeting website (http://www.agu.org/meetings/fm10/) to submit your abstracts, obtain travel, visa and registration information, and find out about travel grants (http://www.agu.org/meetings/).
ED27: Creating Professional Development Resources for Early-Career Geoscientists
Session Convenors:
Leila Gonzales
American Geological Institute
YES Network, Communications Team ex-officio member
Syed Ajijur Rahman
YES Network, Professional Development Support Team Chairperson
Poverty Environment Network, Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR)
This session aims to address the low percentage of geoscientists graduates that transition successfully into the profession. NSF data indicates that approximately 14% of all geoscience graduates work in their core profession, and another 22% work in closely-aligned disciplines. With approximately 50% of the current workforce expected to retire within the next 10-15 years, there is a critical need for establishing professional development resources that will boost the flow of geoscience graduates into the profession and enable these graduates to develop the skills and experience to become future leaders within the profession, thus effectively replacing the cohort of retiring senior geoscientists.
NH05: Strategies for Earthquakes and Natural Hazard Mitigation
Session Convenors:
Joanne Venus
YES Network President
The University of Leeds
Wang Meng
YES Network, Working Group Advisory Support Team Chairperson
China University of Geosciences
Tragedies in the past few years due to earthquakes have emphasized the critical need for the development and implementation of strategies to effectively understand and mitigate the effects of earthquakes. This has also highlighted the need for increased interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge transfer to early career specialists. Strategies developed include a range of predictive modeling, infrastructure improvements, public outreach, and policy intervention.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
5th TWAS-ROSSA Young Scientists’ Conference on Exchanging Knowledge on Climate Change Impacts and Vulnerability in Africa: The Role of Networking
TWAS, the Academy of Sciences for the Developing World - Regional Office for Sub Saharan Africa, (TWAS-ROSSA), will hold its fifth Young Scientists’ Conference in Nairobi, Kenya from 6-8 December 2010.The theme of the conference is “Exchanging Knowledge on Climate Change Impacts and Vulnerability in Africa: The Role of Networking.”
The Conference will provide a forum for scientists to share their research findings on climate change in the region as well as outline effective networking mechanisms for the advancement of climate change research and implementation of scientific measures to reduce Africa’ vulnerability
Objectives of the Conference
The Conference is open to Young Scientists (below 45 years of age) from Sub-Saharan Africa who, within their respective scientific fields, are working on Climate Change issues in the region. There will be keynote addresses in plenary sessions by renowned experts, followed by in-depth analysis in working group discussions. Selected applicants will also be requested to make presentations on their research work on Climate Change in the region. The sessions will be chaired by Senior Scientists who will also provide resource and guidance to the young scientists.
TWAS-ROSSA will cover travel (only from within sub-Saharan Africa) on economy class, accommodation, meals and local transportation for selected participants. This support has been made possible by TWAS Offices in Trieste, Italy. Self-sponsored participants should notify the TWAS-ROSSA office in advance i.e. when submitting their applications, that they will cater for their conference costs.
Application forms for the Conference should be filled and submitted electronically together with the applicants’ Curriculum Vitae. All applications must reach TWAS-ROSSA office on or before 1st September 2010. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Visit the YES Network's Community News webpage to download the conference announcement and conference application form.
The Conference will provide a forum for scientists to share their research findings on climate change in the region as well as outline effective networking mechanisms for the advancement of climate change research and implementation of scientific measures to reduce Africa’ vulnerability
Objectives of the Conference
- Bring together scientists from various scientific fields in Africa to take stock of the advancements made in climate change research in the region.
- Assess the impact of their research findings in as far as it is implemented by policy makers, development partners and society at large.
- Assess the importance of collaboration/networking in climate change research.
- Outline strategies for improving collaboration so as to achieve an interdisciplinary and multi-sectoral response to the challenges of Climate Change.
The Conference is open to Young Scientists (below 45 years of age) from Sub-Saharan Africa who, within their respective scientific fields, are working on Climate Change issues in the region. There will be keynote addresses in plenary sessions by renowned experts, followed by in-depth analysis in working group discussions. Selected applicants will also be requested to make presentations on their research work on Climate Change in the region. The sessions will be chaired by Senior Scientists who will also provide resource and guidance to the young scientists.
TWAS-ROSSA will cover travel (only from within sub-Saharan Africa) on economy class, accommodation, meals and local transportation for selected participants. This support has been made possible by TWAS Offices in Trieste, Italy. Self-sponsored participants should notify the TWAS-ROSSA office in advance i.e. when submitting their applications, that they will cater for their conference costs.
Application forms for the Conference should be filled and submitted electronically together with the applicants’ Curriculum Vitae. All applications must reach TWAS-ROSSA office on or before 1st September 2010. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Visit the YES Network's Community News webpage to download the conference announcement and conference application form.
Friday, July 2, 2010
GeoConnection Webinar: Geosciences: Towards a Smarter Economy
GeoConnection Webinar: Geosciences: Towards a Smarter Economy
18 August 2010: 10:00-11:00am (US EDT) (15:00-16:00 BST)
Join us to listen to the following speakers discuss this recently released report published by the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI), Geological Survey of Northern Ireland (GSNI), and the Royal Irish Academy (RIA). The report details how geoscience can be oriented toward a smart economy, and describes how the geoscience sector can contribute to economic recovery. The report also provides a clear vision of the sector in 2020 and its implications for the geosciences within Ireland. To download the report, visit: http://www.gsi.ie/Geoscience+Initiatives/Geoscience+and+a+Smarter+Economy.htm
Speakers:
Dr. Peadar McArdle, Geological Survey of Ireland
Garth Earls, Geological Survey of Northern Ireland
Prof. Pat Shannon, University College Dublin
Dr. Deirdre Lewis, Institute of Geologists of Ireland / SLR Consulting
This webinar is co-sponsored the Geological Survey of Ireland, Geological Survey of Northern Ireland, Royal Irish Academy, and the Institute of Geologists of Ireland.
Participation in this webinar is free.
To register for this webinar, visit AGI's GeoWebinar website: http://www.agiweb.org/workforce/webinars.html
Background Information:
In 2008, a report entitled "Geoscience - Gaining Ground" was published outlining the contribution made by geoscience to the Irish economy and society in terms of employment, research, spatial development etc. The report identified that core geoscience activities were estimated at €1.4 billion and non-core activities amount to €1.9 billion. Total direct value was estimated at 2.24% of GNP in 2006, but because of the relatively low import content, the significance of this activity is greater than the figure itself suggests: the geoscience contribution comes to 3% GNP when indirect value is added.
The report concluded that if Ireland was serious about moving up the value chain in alignment with its knowledge-based economy aspirations, it would have to lay down stronger foundations in the geoscience sector, particularly in areas of research and public service.
On foot of the report, the Royal Irish Academy, Geological Survey of Northern Ireland and Geological Survey of Ireland commenced work on the “Geoscience - Towards a Smarter Economy” report.
18 August 2010: 10:00-11:00am (US EDT) (15:00-16:00 BST)
Join us to listen to the following speakers discuss this recently released report published by the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI), Geological Survey of Northern Ireland (GSNI), and the Royal Irish Academy (RIA). The report details how geoscience can be oriented toward a smart economy, and describes how the geoscience sector can contribute to economic recovery. The report also provides a clear vision of the sector in 2020 and its implications for the geosciences within Ireland. To download the report, visit: http://www.gsi.ie/Geoscience+Initiatives/Geoscience+and+a+Smarter+Economy.htm
Speakers:
Dr. Peadar McArdle, Geological Survey of Ireland
Garth Earls, Geological Survey of Northern Ireland
Prof. Pat Shannon, University College Dublin
Dr. Deirdre Lewis, Institute of Geologists of Ireland / SLR Consulting
This webinar is co-sponsored the Geological Survey of Ireland, Geological Survey of Northern Ireland, Royal Irish Academy, and the Institute of Geologists of Ireland.
Participation in this webinar is free.
To register for this webinar, visit AGI's GeoWebinar website: http://www.agiweb.org/workforce/webinars.html
Background Information:
In 2008, a report entitled "Geoscience - Gaining Ground" was published outlining the contribution made by geoscience to the Irish economy and society in terms of employment, research, spatial development etc. The report identified that core geoscience activities were estimated at €1.4 billion and non-core activities amount to €1.9 billion. Total direct value was estimated at 2.24% of GNP in 2006, but because of the relatively low import content, the significance of this activity is greater than the figure itself suggests: the geoscience contribution comes to 3% GNP when indirect value is added.
The report concluded that if Ireland was serious about moving up the value chain in alignment with its knowledge-based economy aspirations, it would have to lay down stronger foundations in the geoscience sector, particularly in areas of research and public service.
On foot of the report, the Royal Irish Academy, Geological Survey of Northern Ireland and Geological Survey of Ireland commenced work on the “Geoscience - Towards a Smarter Economy” report.
EGU 2010 Roundtable Videos and Summary Report online!
Visit the YES Network's "OneGeology Initiative" Roundtable Symposia webpage (http://www.networkyes.org/index.php/projects/yes_egu2010/) to view the videos of the presentations and discussions and download the summary report. Find out how you can get more involved as a YES Network member in the OneGeology Initiative!
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Upcoming Grant and Award Deadlines from AGU
AGU Natural Hazards Focus Group Award for Graduate Research
The major criterion in the evaluation of candidates nominated to this award is the impact (or potential impact) of the research on the field of natural hazards. The award consists of $500 for support of travel to the AGU Fall meeting, a certificate, and recognition at the Natural Hazards Reception. The awardee(s) will have the opportunity to deliver an invited paper in an appropriate Natural Hazards session at the AGU Fall meeting. The awardee(s) will also be announced in EOS.
In order to be considered by the selection committee, nominations should be received by July 1, 2010. Please send nominations in an electronic form to:
Dr. Ilya Zaliapin, E-mail: zal@unr.edu
Secretary, AGU Focus Group on Natural Hazards
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557
Tel: +1-775-784-6077
For more information, visit: http://www.agu.org/focus_group/NH/awards/
Call for Applications: Bruno Martinelli Travel Fellowship: Travel Grant for Latin American/Caribbean Students and Young Scientists
To attend and present a paper on the volcanic process at the 2010 Workshop of the European Seismological Commision "Earthquakes and Volcanoes"
Clermont-Ferrand, France
18-25 September 2010
For more information, visit: http://www.agu.org/meetings/stg/martinelli.php
2010 Hydrological Sciences Award
Deadline for Nominations: 15 July 2010
The Hydrologic Sciences Award Committee of the AGU Hydrology Section seeks nominations for the 2010 Hydrologic Sciences Award (known formerly as the Robert E. Horton Award). The awardee will be recognized for an outstanding contribution to the science of hydrology. All contributions made over a career can be considered, but more weight should be given to the last five years. Please send a current resume of the nominee and a minimum of three supporting letters by 15 July 2010 to the Committee Chair:
Professor Harihar Rajaram
Dept. of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO 80309-0428 USA
Tel: +1-303-492-6604
Fax: +1-303-492-7317
Email: hari@colorado.edu
For more information, visit: http://hydrology.agu.org/
Deadline for Nominations: 1 July 2010
The AGU Natural Hazards Focus Group seeks nominations for its new award to young scientists engaged in studies of natural hazards and risks. This award recognizes one or more promising young scientists for outstanding contributions achieved during their Ph.D. research. Accordingly, eligibility is restricted to current Ph.D. students and those who have completed the requirements for a Ph.D. degree up to 12 months prior to the nomination deadline. Nominees should be AGU members.The major criterion in the evaluation of candidates nominated to this award is the impact (or potential impact) of the research on the field of natural hazards. The award consists of $500 for support of travel to the AGU Fall meeting, a certificate, and recognition at the Natural Hazards Reception. The awardee(s) will have the opportunity to deliver an invited paper in an appropriate Natural Hazards session at the AGU Fall meeting. The awardee(s) will also be announced in EOS.
In order to be considered by the selection committee, nominations should be received by July 1, 2010. Please send nominations in an electronic form to:
Dr. Ilya Zaliapin, E-mail: zal@unr.edu
Secretary, AGU Focus Group on Natural Hazards
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557
Tel: +1-775-784-6077
For more information, visit: http://www.agu.org/focus_group/NH/awards/
Call for Applications: Bruno Martinelli Travel Fellowship: Travel Grant for Latin American/Caribbean Students and Young Scientists
Travel Grant Deadline: 7 July 2010
To attend and present a paper on the volcanic process at the 2010 Workshop of the European Seismological Commision "Earthquakes and Volcanoes"
Clermont-Ferrand, France
18-25 September 2010
For more information, visit: http://www.agu.org/meetings/stg/martinelli.php
2010 Hydrological Sciences Award
Deadline for Nominations: 15 July 2010
The Hydrologic Sciences Award Committee of the AGU Hydrology Section seeks nominations for the 2010 Hydrologic Sciences Award (known formerly as the Robert E. Horton Award). The awardee will be recognized for an outstanding contribution to the science of hydrology. All contributions made over a career can be considered, but more weight should be given to the last five years. Please send a current resume of the nominee and a minimum of three supporting letters by 15 July 2010 to the Committee Chair:
Professor Harihar Rajaram
Dept. of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO 80309-0428 USA
Tel: +1-303-492-6604
Fax: +1-303-492-7317
Email: hari@colorado.edu
For more information, visit: http://hydrology.agu.org/
Thursday, June 24, 2010
“Life in the Field” Video and Photo Contest
Do you have video footage or photos from Field Camp or Geoscience Field Trips?
Submit your video or photo to the American Geological Institute's (AGI's) 2010 LIFE IN THE FIELD Contest!
AGI is looking for footage and pictures to use in an upcoming student outreach video on the importance of field work to your geoscience training. Materials should show:
1. Field camp and field trips
2. “A Day in the Life” of a field geoscientist
3. Why do you like working in the field?
Deadline: August 1, 2010
Submit materials or questions to: fieldfootage@agiweb.org
Download entry submission form and contest rules at http://www.agiweb.org/workforce/contest
Prizes: First place will win the Glossary of Geology, valued at $99, the Faces of Earth DVD Box Set, and the glory of being featured in an AGI video about field work as part of our video series for geoscience students.
Get inspired to participate! http://www.youtube.com/geoconnect#p/u/0/p8p069nnjOQ
Submit your video or photo to the American Geological Institute's (AGI's) 2010 LIFE IN THE FIELD Contest!
AGI is looking for footage and pictures to use in an upcoming student outreach video on the importance of field work to your geoscience training. Materials should show:
1. Field camp and field trips
2. “A Day in the Life” of a field geoscientist
3. Why do you like working in the field?
Deadline: August 1, 2010
Submit materials or questions to: fieldfootage@agiweb.org
Download entry submission form and contest rules at http://www.agiweb.org/workforce/contest
Prizes: First place will win the Glossary of Geology, valued at $99, the Faces of Earth DVD Box Set, and the glory of being featured in an AGI video about field work as part of our video series for geoscience students.
Get inspired to participate! http://www.youtube.com/geoconnect#p/u/0/p8p069nnjOQ
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Global Environmental Leadership Fellows
Global Environmental Leadership Fellows
The University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment (IonE) is searching for world-class postdoctoral candidates to fill four new Global Environmental Leadership Fellows positions. As an interdisciplinary center of excellence at the University of Minnesota, the IonE is discovering solutions to Earth’s biggest problems through cutting-edge research, partnerships and leadership development. For more information see http://www.networkyes.org/index.php?cID=276
The University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment (IonE) is searching for world-class postdoctoral candidates to fill four new Global Environmental Leadership Fellows positions. As an interdisciplinary center of excellence at the University of Minnesota, the IonE is discovering solutions to Earth’s biggest problems through cutting-edge research, partnerships and leadership development. For more information see http://www.networkyes.org/
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