AGU Courses

Frontiers in Ecohydrology

Explore frontiers in ecohydrology with Dr. Simone Fatichi, covering topics like equidrology, CO2 effects, drought paradox, and land-atmospheric interactions. Gain insights into cutting-edge research and future directions in this field.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Mastering the Virtual Presentation and Making the Most of an E-Lightning Poster

Enhance virtual presentations and e-lightning posters with effective techniques. Learn to convey scientific messages concisely, engage audiences, and utilize technology for impactful online conference talks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Carl Sagan Lecture Series - Reflections of Human Influence on the Land Surface

Explore global land cover changes and their impacts using remote sensing techniques. Learn about surface water dynamics, tree censuses, and challenges in monitoring Earth's evolving landscape.

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

How Scientists Can Be Involved in the Runup to the 2020 Election

Learn how scientists can engage in political activism and campaigns while navigating legal considerations, understanding their rights, and minimizing professional risks in the lead-up to the 2020 U.S. election.

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

Scientific Advocacy and Congressional Powers

Learn how scientists can engage in Congressional advocacy while navigating anti-lobbying laws. Explore Congressional oversight of science, best practices for political activism, and potential reforms to improve legislative treatment of scientific researc…

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

Writing an Op-Ed or Letter to the Editor

Learn to craft compelling op-eds and letters to the editor for science communication. Gain insights from experienced writers and editors on effective strategies, best practices, and pitching to various outlets.

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

Advice on Publishing Scientific Articles

Editores de AGU ofrecen consejos prácticos para publicar artículos científicos, abordando selección de revistas, estilo de escritura, revisión por pares y respuesta a comentarios, ideal para investigadores noveles.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Reconstructing Continental Paleoclimate - Making Sense of Messy Records

Explore techniques for reconstructing ancient continental climates using lake sediment records, proxy data, and modern nano-technology, addressing challenges in interpreting complex paleoclimate evidence.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Creating an Effective Policy One-Pager

Learn to create impactful policy one-pagers for legislators and staff. Discover key components, effective use, and engagement strategies for various audiences in this informative webinar.

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

Climate-Induced Human Migration

Explore climate-induced human migration, its impacts on genetic diversity, and connections to sea level rise and food security with expert Axel Timmerman.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Carl Sagan Lecture Series - Introduction to Planetary and Earth Science

Explore planetary science through Carl Sagan's vision, covering NASA missions, Earth's atmosphere, climate change, and space exploration. Gain insights from a NASA scientist on Sagan's enduring influence.

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

Flooding on James Island - Webinar and Q&A with Dr. Steve Emerman

Explore flooding risks on James Island with Dr. Emerman's study results, covering urban development impacts, extreme precipitation, and recommendations for mitigation strategies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Intro to Social Media for Scientists

Discover effective social media strategies for scientists, including platform selection, audience targeting, and message framing to enhance scientific communication and outreach.

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

Climate Extremes Now and in the Future

Explore climate extremes, their future impacts, and mitigation strategies with ETH Zürich Professor Dr. Sonia I. Seneviratne in this informative session on global environmental challenges.

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

Feasibility Study for Community Choice Aggregation in Arlington County, Virginia

Explore recommendations for community choice aggregation in Arlington County, VA, covering environmental, economic, and financial benefits, governance options, and next steps for renewable energy implementation.

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