With everything going on, it is worth noting that the war on science continues. Despite clear indications from Congress that they intend to retain funding levels for NOAA, the Trump administration appears to plan to simply not spend money Congress allocated so that they can starve out parts of NOAA. This as weather researchers try […]| The Grumpy Geophysicist
EMBL's latest Science and Society conference brought together the research community to discuss the thorny question of trust in science.| EMBL
By reversing this critical finding, the EPA would not only jeopardize years of progress but also erode public trust in evidence‑based policymaking.| From The Prow
Fourteen Republican Senators have written to Russell Vought, Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB)—the agency responsible for developing the President’s annual budget proposal and overseeing its implementation—urging him to “ensure the timely release of all FY25 NIH appropriations in accordance with congressional intent.” Among the 14 signers are eight members…| ASCB
Let’s not bury the lede. If you want to decrease the risk from events like this, you should oppose the dismemberment of the research arm of NOAA as currently proposed in the 2026 budget. Later on GG will explain… Pictures from Texas remind those of us in Boulder of our 1000-year rainstorm nearly 12 years […]| The Grumpy Geophysicist
Kind of an interesting conjunction of news in the science press: Science is covering yet another declaration (this from employees at the EPA) accusing the administration of undermining the agencies…| The Grumpy Geophysicist
Mark Moldwin brings a wealth of organizational expertise as the inaugural president of the Education section and a past member of the AGU Audit Committee, Ethics Task Force, Publications Committee and Development Board.| From The Prow
Update: Well, GG wasn’t the only one disappointed with the McNutt speech; Ars Technica was more brutal (mainly because the elephant in the room was ignored). So Marcia McNutt, the National Ac…| The Grumpy Geophysicist
We have a promising update regarding the case for which AGU is one of the plaintiffs. In AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT..| From The Prow
So we are looking pretty certainly at a brave new world of greatly reduced U.S. federal science funding. Will this result in high-grading the scientists who remain, meaning that the really good sci…| The Grumpy Geophysicist
2 June update: The NSF budget has been revealed in all its…glory? The overall cut from ~$9B to $3.9B is gruesome. Overall proposal success rate is estimated to drop to 7%. Postdoctoral fellow…| The Grumpy Geophysicist
Recently Michael Kratsios, the President’s science advisor (though lacking a science background) and head of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), gave a speech and …| The Grumpy Geophysicist
Who picks the science that the government funds? With the National Science Foundation, there were programs that Congress mandated and there were kind of bread and butter programs that were funding …| The Grumpy Geophysicist
The fact that it’s freezing cold on your doorstep cannot be taken as proof that global warming has stopped. The Arctic is undergoing dramatic changes, but regional differences mean highly varied local and regional climate change impacts on people, vegetation, and wildlife. By: Helge M Markusson // Dissemination Group Leader, Fram Centre You may have […]| Framforum
“For all its uncertainty, we cannot flee the future.” – Barbara Jordan As board members, staff partners, council members and.. The post AGU Board of Directors Meeting, April 2025 appeared first on From The Prow.| From The Prow
The American Geophysical Union (AGU) Board of Directors and Executive Search Committee is pleased to announce AGU’s new Executive Director..| From The Prow
Well, the purge of the datasets has now begun. Ars Technica reports that NOAA’s National Center for Environmental Information (NCEI) will no longer track the cost of weather disasters. This m…| The Grumpy Geophysicist
Today is Day 100 of the U.S. Administration. Media pundits, policymakers, and legal scholars are all marking this with a.. The post Who We Are, What We Fight For: AGU and the Administration’s First 100 Days appeared first on From The Prow.| From The Prow
AGU has an important mission. Every day, we work to support and inspire a global community in advancing Earth and.. The post AGU Files New Lawsuit to Prevent Dismantling of U.S. Scientific Agencies appeared first on From The Prow.| From The Prow
AGU is a global community. Across 6 continents, in 200 countries and regions, we connect with one another, championing research,.. The post All in this Together: Protecting the Global Scientific Enterprise appeared first on From The Prow.| From The Prow
To AGU members who work in the U.S. federal government: I cannot put into words the dismay we are feeling, knowing how the Administration’s actions are affecting your careers and your lives.| From The Prow
In the last two weeks, the Trump Administration has issued a number of Executive Orders freezing thousands of federal science grants and programs. AGU is requesting input on how these directives have impacted you and your work.| From The Prow
While we are still digesting the new proactive Executive Orders issued last week, AGU underscores its commitment to continuing our work in advancing our priorities for the Earth and space sciences| From The Prow
Writing and photography by Michelle Ng from the Marra Lab, Michael Smith Laboratories Our website states that the Michael Smith Laboratories is “where biotechnology research and educational outreach converge […]| Welcome | Michael Smith Laboratories
For the second time in the fiscal year 2025 appropriations cycle, the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate have agreed..| From The Prow
I’ve been honored to represent AGU at two key global events: CBD16 and COP29. Reflecting on these meetings, it’s clear that the outcomes fall short of the urgency demanded by the biodiversity and climate crisis.| From The Prow
In AGU’s 2024 biennial election, which concluded on 29 October, members elected 62 new leaders to serve two-year terms from 2025 to 2026.| From The Prow
AGU members have elected Benjamin Zaitchik as the organization’s next president-elect, alongside 61 other Union officers, Board members, section and College of Fellows officers, and student/early career representatives to the AGU Council for the 2025-2026 leadership term.| From The Prow
The United States presidential election presents new realities for the world and for our work in building a vibrant community for Earth and space sciences.| From The Prow
AGU published the Ethical Framework Principles for Climate Intervention Research, as a guide to responsible decision-making and inclusive dialogue.| From The Prow
The scale and scope of Hurricane Milton’s destructive path is overwhelming. Communities along Florida’s west and east coasts, as well as Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, are just beginning to assess the damage.| From The Prow
AGU approved three updated position statements that will help shape the future of climate action, science communication and data sharing.| From The Prow
AGU is testing ranked choice voting in four key elections: International Secretary, Board Director, Council Students and Council Early Career Scientists.| From The Prow
The U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Chevron USA v. Natural Resources Defense Council has profound implications for the Earth and space sciences.| From The Prow
With deep sadness and an appreciation for enormous contributions to the Earth and space sciences, AGU shares news of the loss of one of our esteemed, much-loved colleagues, Harihar Rajaram.| From The Prow
AGU, the world’s largest association of Earth and space scientists, announced Kristen Averyt, Ph.D., will be its next Executive Vice President, Science, effective 3 June 2024.| From The Prow