Hi everyone,

This is a reminder that the deadline for the science journalism fellowship below is in two weeks. Feel free to share this opportunity with any journalists interested in reporting on Earth, planetary and space sciences research.

Best wishes,

Bárbara

EGU 2015 Science Journalism Fellowships (up to €5k) – call for applications

The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is once again offering fellowships for journalists to report on ongoing research in the geosciences. Successful applicants will receive up to €5000 to cover expenses related to their projects.

Now in its 4th year (see past awardees online), the successful and ever more popular EGU Science Journalism Fellowship aims to promote excellence in the reporting of geoscientific research. The award is intended to allow journalists to follow geoscientists on location and to develop an in-depth understanding of their research questions, approaches, findings and motivation.

The EGU is now inviting proposals from professional, active journalists to report on ongoing research within the Earth, planetary and space sciences. Competitive proposals will (1) focus on a topic in the geosciences (including planetary and space sciences) with potential broad public appeal, (2) preferably feature leading Europe-based researchers, and (3) outline an original, creative and well-informed approach to the subject. We particularly encourage applicants to submit proposals to report on new and exciting research areas that the wider public may be less familiar with.

A single or multiple fellowships can be awarded, with a total of up to €5000 allocated between the selected candidates to cover expenses related to their proposals. Winner(s) will receive part of the award in advance and part upon successful completion of their project(s). If required, they will also receive assistance in liaising with scientists.

It is expected that the winning journalist(s) will publish at least one substantial item reporting on their project(s). Products could include text (such as a feature article in print or electronic media, or a book), multimedia or photo features, and may be published in any European language. The winning project(s) should be completed within 12 months of the date of the award.

Applications must be written in English, and include:

(a) A proposal (2 pages): a working title, motivation, outline of approach, provisional plan of work, suggested publication outlets and an analysis of feasibility (including budget).

(b) A summary of experience (1 page): an account of professional affiliations, previous experience, expertise and acclaim.

Documents in file (a) should not include the applicant’s name, gender, contact details, or any other information that identifies the candidate, as this part of the application will be judged anonymously.

Applications must be submitted by e-mail in two PDF files [(a) and (b) above] to the EGU Media and Communications Manager, Bárbara Ferreira ([log in to unmask]), by 19 November 2014. Submissions by this deadline will be evaluated by a committee comprised of practicing geoscientists, science journalists and a public information officer. The EGU will inform applicants of the competition outcome in December or January.

The EGU will not claim revenues from products resulting from the project, but should be given full access to these products for further dissemination via its online channels. Further, the winners should make clear in their final products that they were supported through a Science Journalism Fellowship from the European Geosciences Union. The winner(s) are encouraged to attend the EGU General Assembly in Vienna in April 2016 to discuss their projects and experience following scientists on location.

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More information

http://www.egu.eu/news/125/egu-2015-science-journalism-fellowships-up-to-5k-call-for-applications/

http://www.egu.eu/news/fellowship/

On 14 October 2014 14:02, Barbara Ferreira <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

Hi all,

I am unsure how many science journalists subscribe to this list, but the opportunity below may be of interest to some of you, or someone you know. Feel free to distribute!

Best,
Bárbara

EGU 2015 Science Journalism Fellowships (up to €5k) – call for applications

The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is once again offering fellowships for journalists to report on ongoing research in the geosciences. Successful applicants will receive up to €5000 to cover expenses related to their projects.

Now in its 4th year (see past awardees online), the successful and ever more popular EGU Science Journalism Fellowship aims to promote excellence in the reporting of geoscientific research. The award is intended to allow journalists to follow geoscientists on location and to develop an in-depth understanding of their research questions, approaches, findings and motivation.

The EGU is now inviting proposals from professional, active journalists to report on ongoing research within the Earth, planetary and space sciences. Competitive proposals will (1) focus on a topic in the geosciences (including planetary and space sciences) with potential broad public appeal, (2) preferably feature leading Europe-based researchers, and (3) outline an original, creative and well-informed approach to the subject. We particularly encourage applicants to submit proposals to report on new and exciting research areas that the wider public may be less familiar with.

A single or multiple fellowships can be awarded, with a total of up to €5000 allocated between the selected candidates to cover expenses related to their proposals. Winner(s) will receive part of the award in advance and part upon successful completion of their project(s). If required, they will also receive assistance in liaising with scientists.

It is expected that the winning journalist(s) will publish at least one substantial item reporting on their project(s). Products could include text (such as a feature article in print or electronic media, or a book), multimedia or photo features, and may be published in any European language. The winning project(s) should be completed within 12 months of the date of the award.

Applications must be written in English, and include:
(a) A proposal (2 pages): a working title, motivation, outline of approach, provisional plan of work, suggested publication outlets and an analysis of feasibility (including budget).
(b) A summary of experience (1 page): an account of professional affiliations, previous experience, expertise and acclaim.

Documents in file (a) should not include the applicant’s name, gender, contact details, or any other information that identifies the candidate, as this part of the application will be judged anonymously.

Applications must be submitted by e-mail in two PDF files [(a) and (b) above] to the EGU Media and Communications Manager, Bárbara Ferreira ([log in to unmask]), by 19 November 2014. Submissions by this deadline will be evaluated by a committee comprised of practicing geoscientists, science journalists and a public information officer. The EGU will inform applicants of the competition outcome in December or January.

The EGU will not claim revenues from products resulting from the project, but should be given full access to these products for further dissemination via its online channels. Further, the winners should make clear in their final products that they were supported through a Science Journalism Fellowship from the European Geosciences Union. The winner(s) are encouraged to attend the EGU General Assembly in Vienna in April 2016 to discuss their projects and experience following scientists on location.

# # #

More information
http://www.egu.eu/news/125/egu-2015-science-journalism-fellowships-up-to-5k-call-for-applications/
http://www.egu.eu/news/fellowship/

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Dr. Bárbara Ferreira, Media and Communications Manager

European Geosciences Union (EGU)
EGU Executive Office
Luisenstrasse 37
80333 Munich, Germany

Contact: +49 (0)89 2180-6703, [log in to unmask]

Find out the latest in geoscience research on GeoLog (http://geolog.egu.eu/) & the EGU Blog Network (http://blogs.egu.eu/)

You can follow the EGU on Twitter at https://twitter.com/EuroGeosciences & Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EuropeanGeosciencesUnion

Check out the new Imaggeo (geosciences image database) at http://imaggeo.egu.eu/

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EGU General Assembly 2015
Vienna, Austria 12-17 April
For journalists: media.egu.eu
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Dr. Bárbara Ferreira, Media and Communications Manager

European Geosciences Union (EGU)

EGU Executive Office

Luisenstrasse 37

80333 Munich, Germany

Contact: +49 (0)89 2180-6703, [log in to unmask]

Find out the latest in geoscience research on GeoLog (http://geolog.egu.eu/) & the EGU Blog Network (http://blogs.egu.eu/)

You can follow the EGU on Twitter at https://twitter.com/EuroGeosciences & Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EuropeanGeosciencesUnion

Check out the new Imaggeo (geosciences image database) at http://imaggeo.egu.eu/

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EGU General Assembly 2015

Vienna, Austria 12-17 April

For journalists: media.egu.eu

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