Unprecedented Challenges in Geosciences Across the Atlantic: AGU and EGU in Dialogue
Across Europe, research systems have long been perceived as structurally more insulated from political turbulence. However, the emergence of populist movements, AI deep fakes, growing distrust in expertise, pressures on long-term funding commitments, and the politicisation of climate and environmental science suggest that similar vulnerabilities may be developing.
This panel, building on a previous panel discussion held at AGU25, is organised by the New Frontiers Committee of the AGU College of Fellows, and brings together scientific leaders and academics from both sides of the Atlantic to examine how can we as scientists work with economic powers to integrate evidence-based scientific communication and institutional integrity, and counter misinformation? By comparing scientific data sharing, funding architectures, public trust dynamics, and the protection of long-term observational infrastructures, we explore areas where resilience has been demonstrated, where fragilities remain, and which lessons can be learned across systems.
Rather than assuming immunity, this discussion aims to identify structural safeguards, cultural assets, and points of exposure that will shape the future of Geosciences in an age where expertise itself is being questioned. This panel is therefore aimed at the entire AGU and EGU communities, across all disciplines, and will undoubtedly point towards new areas of collaboration.
The oral presentations are given in a hybrid format supported by a Zoom meeting featuring on-site and virtual presentations. The button to access the Zoom meeting appears just before the time block starts.
Speakers
- Janice Lachance, American Geophysical Union, United States of America
- Maria Zuber