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AGU is a global community supporting more than half a million advocates and professionals in Earth and space sciences.

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · Sep 5

💡 More than 25,000 scientists from around the globe will gather in New Orleans, LA from 15-19 December to connect with colleagues, broaden their knowledge base, learn about new products and services, and share their passion for science.

👉 Book your #AGU25 exhibit booth today: buff.ly/HKfDUNc

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 16h

📚 Are you looking for an Earth or space scientist to present in your class or for your institution?

💡 The College of Fellows Distinguished Lecture Series program connects AGU Honorees with students around the world! Request live, virtual lectures at no charge today: buff.ly/RFyCcKY

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 21h

In this interview, Dr. Ge Zhan, co-editor of ‘Distributed Acoustic Sensing in Borehole Geophysics,’ shares what makes DAS a powerful tool for real-time, cost-effective monitoring and enhanced subsurface imaging.

🎥 Watch now: buff.ly/JEgcQVf

#DistributedAcousticSensing #BoreholeGeophysics #AGUPubs

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 23h

🚨 Last chance to enter to win an #AGU25 pelican!

➡️ Propose your name for the #AGU25 mascot by Friday, 10 October: buff.ly/7c5fEe3

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 1d

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage month, we are highlighting our Spanish speaking project participants. 💫

Read how Thriving Earth Exchange Community Science Fellow Camila Garcia discusses how being a bilingual fellow has shaped her experience in our recent blog post here: buff.ly/mRIMLoe

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 1d

Keep up-to-date on the latest in Earth and space science policy news @eos.org.

Eos @eos.org · 1d

Neil Jacobs, who first joined @noaa.gov during Trump’s first presidency, made waves for his ties to an incident in which the president shared a hurricane map altered with a marker. The meteorologist and atmospheric scientist is now the top official at the agency. 🧪

eos.org/research-and...

Sharpiegate Scientist Takes the Helm at NOAA - Eos

Meteorologist and atmospheric scientist Neil Jacobs was confirmed as the new leader of NOAA on Tuesday evening.

eos.org

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Eos @eos.org · 1d

Congratulations to atmospheric scientist & AGU Member Ángel F. Adames-Corraliza on being selected as a MacArthur Fellow!

www.macfound.org/fellows/clas...

In 2018, he also received @agu.org's James R. Holton Award for his study of the Madden-Julian Oscillation!

eos.org/agu-news/ada...

Well done!

Ángel F. Adames Corraliza

Advancing understanding of the forces that drive tropical weather patterns.

www.macfound.org

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Julie Huber, PhD @julesdeep.bsky.social · 1d

My life changed when I first read "The Sea Around Us." Rachel Carson's words captured my 13-yr old sense of wonder for a place I barely knew but felt for so deeply, the ocean. Honored to speak to her legacy @agu.org and grateful to my colleagues for the nomination 🌊💙

www.whoi.edu/press-room/n...

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution’s Julie Huber Awarded Prestigious Rachel Carson Lecture by the American Geophysical Union

WHOI’s Julie Huber Awarded Prestigious Rachel Carson Lecture by the AGU

www.whoi.edu

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 1d

💡The Scientific Program for #AGU25 is now available! 📓➡️ Review the schedule and be sure to register by 6 November to take advantage of early-bird rates: buff.ly/PT0Ootk

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 2d

⏳ Last Chance to Nominate an Impactful Dataset!

Have a dataset that has made a real difference for people, our planet, or prosperity?
AGU wants to hear about it.
Submit your nomination by 10 October:

Nominate an Impactful Dataset

You are invited to nominate a dataset to be included in a commentary about the impact of Earth, space, and environmental data using the dimensions of people, planet, and prosperity. Selected…

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 3d

✨Last Chance to Submit a Proposal for AbSciCon26!

🔭#AbSciCon26, taking place 17–22 May 2026 in Madison, WI, will gather scientists, educators and thought leaders to explore the biggest questions about life in the universe.

📲 Submit proposal here➡️ buff.ly/GN9GcLb

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 3d

Today on #CVD2025, AGU members and partners met with Congress to #SaveNASAScience — urging full NASA & NSF funding, protecting missions, and maintaining U.S. leadership in space research.

🚀🌍 Take action: www.planetary.org/save-nasa-sc...

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 3d

As scientists meet with lawmakers for #CVD2025, AGU stands united to #SaveNASAScience and defend the federal science workforce.

Read AGU President Brandon Jones’ statement on the threatened mass firings during the shutdown: fromtheprow.agu.org/agu-condemns...

AGU Condemns Threatened Mass Firings of U.S. Federal Workforce During Shutdown

I write to you today outraged on behalf of everyone who depends on a functioning government. Last Wednesday, the U.S...

fromtheprow.agu.org

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Senate Commerce Dems @commerce.senate.gov · 3d

🚀 TODAY: The Day of Action to Save NASA Science is underway

Join @planetarysociety.bsky.social, @aas.org, & @agu.org at 1:00 PM ET for a press conference at the U.S. Capitol.

Speakers include Bill Nye and Glenn Ivey. #SaveNASAScience

Livestream here: www.planetary.org/video/planet...

The Planetary Society Live

Tune in here for live conversations between space experts and Planetary Society members and supporters around the world—that means you! Missed an event?…

www.planetary.org

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 3d

🌎 Join AGU President Brandon Jones, Bill Nye, and Members of Congress live from Capitol Hill as we stand together to defend NASA science! 🚀

🕐 Coverage begins TODAY at 12:00 p.m. CDT / 1:00 p.m. EDT

📺 Watch live: planetary.org/live

#SaveNASAScience #ScienceIsEssential #AGU

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 3d

We’re on Capitol Hill with 225 Earth & space scientists — including @aas.org and @planetarysociety.bsky.social — urging Congress to reopen the government and protect NASA science. 🚀🌍

Join us: buff.ly/a3YuGgY

#ScienceIsEssential #AGU

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 3d

Science must stay at the center of climate action. 🌍

AGU will be an official observer at #COP30 in Belém, Brazil. If you’re attending — or connected to organizations that are — please complete this survey to connect with us.

buff.ly/VGantcY

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 4d

🌟 Name the AGU25 Mascot Contest🌟 Now accepting name submissions! Submit your name idea by 10 October for a chance to win an #AGU25 pelican of your own: buff.ly/7c5fEe3

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Thriving Earth Exchange @thrivingearth.bsky.social · 7d

Community Leader Aracelia Cook & SQREJC (Southeast Queens Residents Environmental Justice Coalition) member, Elizabeth Blaney, were introduced on the
@NYClimEx
podcast. 🌱

Listen here:
🎙️Aracelia Cook: nyclimateexchange.org/aracelia-cook
🎙️Elizabeth Blaney: www.nyclimateexchange.org/elizabeth-bl...

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 7d

This Hispanic Heritage Month, Thriving Earth Exchange honors community leaders like Ana Katalina who show us that language is more than communication — it’s connection, respect & empowerment. 🌱 🤝

Read more here: buff.ly/OFDSqwV

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 7d

🗳️ Have you entered the #AGU25 Mascot Naming Contest yet? 🐦 It’s easy—propose a name for this year’s pelican by Friday, 10 October for a chance to win an #AGU25 pelican of your own: buff.ly/7c5fEe3

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 8d

Science is facing one of its most challenging moments. There's never been a more important time to understand the current state of federal science funding—and what’s at risk. Watch AGU’s on-demand webinar to get the full picture. 🎥 buff.ly/AIDUCEi

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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 8d

We honor the life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall, the pioneering conservationist, champion for wildlife, and unwavering voice for the planet.

This photo from our 2021 Annual Meeting honored her extraordinary impact. Her legacy will continue to inspire.

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Stephen Kane @exocytherean.bsky.social · 9d

Dear colleagues, especially those early career, whatever happens over the coming days/weeks, know that many are fighting for you behind the scenes, including organizations such as @aas.org, @agu.org, and @planetarysociety.bsky.social. We believe in the value of @NASA science!

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Scripps Institution of Oceanography @scrippsocean.bsky.social · 9d

The @agu.org is recognizing @cw3escripps.bsky.social Director Marty Ralph with two honors: the AGU Ambassador Award and election as an AGU Fellow. These distinguished awards highlight his leadership in atmospheric river science, its applications, and effective science communication. Congrats, Marty!

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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 8d

A government shutdown stalls science, threaten jobs and weaken U.S. leadership. Call Congress today and tell them to to prevent RIFs, and work together to support science and end a government shutdown.

📲: agu.quorum.us/campaign/143...

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