AGU Courses

The Early Earth - Emergence of a Habitable Planet I

Explore Earth's early development, from water oceans to continental rise, geomagnetic field formation, and atmospheric changes. Gain insights into our planet's journey to habitability through expert presentations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

On the Causes of Continental Intraplate Volcanism - High Lava Plains of Eastern Oregon

Explore the origins of continental intraplate volcanism through a case study of Oregon's High Lava Plains, examining geological processes, volcanic records, and tomographic results.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Seismic Ambient Noise Imaging and Monitoring - A New Tool for Earth Deformation Investigation

Explore innovative seismic ambient noise techniques for imaging and monitoring Earth's continuous deformation, presented by Michel Campillo from Université Joseph Fourier and CNRS.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Recent Lightning Experiments - From Ball Lightning to Gamma Rays

Recent lightning experiments at the International Center for Lightning Research and Testing, exploring phenomena from ball lightning to gamma rays, presented by Martin A. Uman from the University of Florida.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Threat to the Planet - Dark and Bright Sides of Global Warming

Explore the dark and bright sides of global warming with NASA scientist James E. Hansen. Gain insights into climate change threats and potential solutions in this comprehensive lecture.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Glaciological Studies of Ice Sheet Evolution in a Warming Climate - Fall 2008 Bowie Lecture

Explore glaciological studies on ice sheet evolution in warming climates, covering ice flow, satellite observations, and mass balance in Greenland and Antarctica.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Understanding the Magnetosphere: The Counter-intuitive Simplicity of Cosmic Electrodynamics

Explore cosmic electrodynamics and the magnetosphere's counter-intuitive simplicity. Gain insights into energy transfer, coupling theory, and the interplay between classical and quantum physics in space.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Phoenix Mission Explores the Martian Arctic

Explore the groundbreaking Phoenix Mission to Mars' Arctic region, uncovering insights into the Red Planet's geology, climate, and potential for supporting life.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Lessons from the Pliocene Warm Period and the Onset of Northern Hemisphere Glaciation

Explore the Pliocene Warm Period and Northern Hemisphere glaciation onset with insights from Ana Christina Ravelo's lecture, covering global ice volume, tropical Pacific changes, and climate modeling.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Excursions and Paleointensity - Integration of Magnetic and Oxygen Isotope Stratigraphies

Explore magnetic excursions and paleointensity through integrated magnetic and oxygen isotope stratigraphies, enhancing understanding of Earth's magnetic field history.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Chlorofluorocarbons - The Oceans' Inadvertent Canary

Explore the impact of chlorofluorocarbons on oceans and their role as environmental indicators in this insightful lecture by Rana A. Fine from the University of Miami.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Polar Science in a Time of Rapid Change - Nye Lecture

Explore polar science advancements, ice sheet dynamics, and climate change impacts. Discover new technologies and research methods shaping our understanding of Earth's polar regions.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mid-Ocean Ridge Segmentation - Focusing on Geological Processes

Explore mid-ocean ridge segmentation with expert Suzanne M. Carbotte, delving into cutting-edge research and insights on this crucial aspect of seafloor geology and plate tectonics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Story of O: Evolution of Earth's Oxygen Cycle and Its Relevance to Extraterrestrial Life

Explore Earth's oxygen cycle evolution and its implications for extraterrestrial life in this captivating lecture by Paul Falkowski, delving into planetary sciences and astrobiology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Geomorphology: The Shock of the Familiar - Langbein Lecture

Explore geomorphology's familiar yet surprising aspects with William E. Dietrich, uncovering new insights into Earth's surface processes and landform evolution.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video