Dr Sam Illingworth is a Professor at Edinburgh Napier University, whose research and practice revolve around the use of creative pedagogies to explore staff and student belonging in higher education. You can find out more about his work via his website www.samillingworth.com, and connect with him on X/Twitter @samillingworth.

Dr Sam Illingworth is a Professor at Edinburgh Napier University, whose research and practice revolve around the use of creative pedagogies to explore staff and student belonging in higher education. You can find out more about his work via his website www.samillingworth.com, and connect with him on X/Twitter @samillingworth.

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Solmaz Mohadjer is a geoscientist and a science educator. Her research involves investigating how mountain hazards are linked to mountain building processes, continental deformation and erosion. She integrates different techniques including remote sensing, geographic information systems, and high precision LiDAR mapping of topography to quantify hazards. She has a longstanding interest in improving geohazards science delivery for disaster risk reduction. In 2011, she founded ParsQuake Project to support the development of educational materials and briefs for informing the public and maximizing the use of scientific evidence in policymaking. She currently serves as an Executive Editor for Geoscience Communication and Associate Editor for Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences. She is also the chair of the EGU's Outreach Committee.

Solmaz Mohadjer is a geoscientist and a science educator. Her research involves investigating how mountain hazards are linked to mountain building processes, continental deformation and erosion. She integrates different techniques including remote sensing, geographic information systems, and high precision LiDAR mapping of topography to quantify hazards. She has a longstanding interest in improving geohazards science delivery for disaster risk reduction. In 2011, she founded ParsQuake Project to support the development of educational materials and briefs for informing the public and maximizing the use of scientific evidence in policymaking. She currently serves as an Executive Editor for Geoscience Communication and Associate Editor for Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences. She is also the chair of the EGU's Outreach Committee.

My research interests lie in attempting to answer multidisciplinary questions associated with Earth surface processes and events including but not limited to present day and future climate change, microplastic and nutrient pollution as well as deep time planetary overhauls. I do this by using a combination of both biogeochemical and statistical modelling and lab-based methods to better understand large scale process.

My research interests lie in attempting to answer multidisciplinary questions associated with Earth surface processes and events including but not limited to present day and future climate change, microplastic and nutrient pollution as well as deep time planetary overhauls. I do this by using a combination of both biogeochemical and statistical modelling and lab-based methods to better understand large scale process.

Louise Arnal has been a hydrologist since 2014, specializing in medium- to long-term ensemble hydrological forecasting. She holds a PhD in Environmental Science from the University of Reading (2019), in collaboration with the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). More recently, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Saskatchewan. As both an artist and a scientist, Louise also aims to foster scientific engagement by merging science and art. She has curated several art-science projects and exhibitions, including the Virtual Water Gallery. Louise joined Ouranos in 2023, where she primarily focuses on hydro-climatological modelling in Quebec as part of the INFO-Crue and QClim’Eau projects.

Louise Arnal has been a hydrologist since 2014, specializing in medium- to long-term ensemble hydrological forecasting. She holds a PhD in Environmental Science from the University of Reading (2019), in collaboration with the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). More recently, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Saskatchewan. As both an artist and a scientist, Louise also aims to foster scientific engagement by merging science and art. She has curated several art-science projects and exhibitions, including the Virtual Water Gallery. Louise joined Ouranos in 2023, where she primarily focuses on hydro-climatological modelling in Quebec as part of the INFO-Crue and QClim’Eau projects.

Professionally I could be defined as a scientist (paleontologist and evolutionist) who started communicating science for personal pleasure and ended up as a science communication and outreach professional. The three vertices of my activity and background are 1) science research in Paleontology and Evolution, specifically in dinosaurs, and also Morphometrics applied in Health; 2) Science Communication and Informa, namely directing a Science Centre, writing texts and other contents for different media, producing and presenting a radio show, exhibits, workshops; and 3) Formal and Informal Education, supervising both students and professionals in distinct science communication activities and contributing to organized reflection on science communication. My background as a researcher (PhD in Biology, Paleontology) allows me to comprehend the processes and methods of science production. This background is a plus for any science communication professional since it allows an “inside view” of Science and Technology. I have worked eight years in the Natural History Museum of Portugal (MNHN) as well as in fifteen other Natural History Museums in four continents, as a visiting researcher. In the last 12 years I have specialized my activity in Science communication in Science Centres and Museums activities and its social intervention, namely on its role as an informal education institution. My main duties as the Lagos Science Centre Executive Director include connecting researchers with our institution, writing and managing the annual budget, planning and supervising all Science Centre activities, coordinating the team and cumulatively being the head of communication with direct responsibility of the Centre’s communication strategy. I have strong connections at the Portuguese science communication community as well as at the international organizations of science centres and museums – Ecsite (Europe), ASTC (north America) and NAMES (North Africa and Middle East).

Professionally I could be defined as a scientist (paleontologist and evolutionist) who started communicating science for personal pleasure and ended up as a science communication and outreach professional. The three vertices of my activity and background are 1) science research in Paleontology and Evolution, specifically in dinosaurs, and also Morphometrics applied in Health; 2) Science Communication and Informa, namely directing a Science Centre, writing texts and other contents for different media, producing and presenting a radio show, exhibits, workshops; and 3) Formal and Informal Education, supervising both students and professionals in distinct science communication activities and contributing to organized reflection on science communication. My background as a researcher (PhD in Biology, Paleontology) allows me to comprehend the processes and methods of science production. This background is a plus for any science communication professional since it allows an “inside view” of Science and Technology. I have worked eight years in the Natural History Museum of Portugal (MNHN) as well as in fifteen other Natural History Museums in four continents, as a visiting researcher. In the last 12 years I have specialized my activity in Science communication in Science Centres and Museums activities and its social intervention, namely on its role as an informal education institution. My main duties as the Lagos Science Centre Executive Director include connecting researchers with our institution, writing and managing the annual budget, planning and supervising all Science Centre activities, coordinating the team and cumulatively being the head of communication with direct responsibility of the Centre’s communication strategy. I have strong connections at the Portuguese science communication community as well as at the international organizations of science centres and museums – Ecsite (Europe), ASTC (north America) and NAMES (North Africa and Middle East).

Beth Bartel is a PhD student at Michigan Tech, with master's degrees in volcano geodesy and journalism. As the Science Communication Specialist at UNAVCO (2013-2020), she established an active science communication program, leading trainings for scientists on effective communication based on current social science and journalistic practices. She is on the editorial board for Geoscience Communication and is currently past chair of the Geological Society of America Geology & Society Division.

Beth Bartel is a PhD student at Michigan Tech, with master's degrees in volcano geodesy and journalism. As the Science Communication Specialist at UNAVCO (2013-2020), she established an active science communication program, leading trainings for scientists on effective communication based on current social science and journalistic practices. She is on the editorial board for Geoscience Communication and is currently past chair of the Geological Society of America Geology & Society Division.

I am an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Atmospheric Sciences at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. I study atmospheric science with a focus on polluted environments. I am the producer and host of Atmospheric Tales – a podcast that amplifies stories and storytellers of air pollution and climate change from around the world. I have a PhD in Civil Engineering and a MS in Environmental Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a BTech in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute Technology Delhi. I was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research (INAR), University of Helsinki, where I am now a Visiting Researcher.

I am an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Atmospheric Sciences at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. I study atmospheric science with a focus on polluted environments. I am the producer and host of Atmospheric Tales – a podcast that amplifies stories and storytellers of air pollution and climate change from around the world. I have a PhD in Civil Engineering and a MS in Environmental Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a BTech in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute Technology Delhi. I was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research (INAR), University of Helsinki, where I am now a Visiting Researcher.

I am an environmental scientist specializing in hydrogeochemistry, water quality, and ecohydrology, with a focus on understanding and mitigating the impacts of natural hazards such as floods, droughts, and wildfires. My research investigates the dynamics of water systems under stress from climate change and human activity, emphasizing sustainable water management and climate resilience. I explore innovative solutions, such as green infrastructure and nature-based systems, to enhance water quality, mitigate disaster risks, and promote sustainable landscapes. My expertise includes evaluating the effectiveness of novel approaches to natural hazard mitigation and recovery, particularly in urban and rural contexts. With experience in shaping state and national policies on drought management and water quality, I strive to bridge science, policy, and community engagement. I leverage advanced tools like GIS, remote sensing, and environmental modeling to inform decision-making and empower stakeholders. By integrating social science, natural science and engineering, and transdisciplinary approaches, my work aims to address complex environmental challenges, develop climate-adaptive systems, and contribute to sustainable post-disaster recovery and long-term environmental resilience.

I am an environmental scientist specializing in hydrogeochemistry, water quality, and ecohydrology, with a focus on understanding and mitigating the impacts of natural hazards such as floods, droughts, and wildfires. My research investigates the dynamics of water systems under stress from climate change and human activity, emphasizing sustainable water management and climate resilience. I explore innovative solutions, such as green infrastructure and nature-based systems, to enhance water quality, mitigate disaster risks, and promote sustainable landscapes. My expertise includes evaluating the effectiveness of novel approaches to natural hazard mitigation and recovery, particularly in urban and rural contexts. With experience in shaping state and national policies on drought management and water quality, I strive to bridge science, policy, and community engagement. I leverage advanced tools like GIS, remote sensing, and environmental modeling to inform decision-making and empower stakeholders. By integrating social science, natural science and engineering, and transdisciplinary approaches, my work aims to address complex environmental challenges, develop climate-adaptive systems, and contribute to sustainable post-disaster recovery and long-term environmental resilience.

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Ed is a climate scientist in the National Centre for Atmospheric Science at the University of Reading, and a Lead Author for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change 6th Assessment Report. His research examines how and why the climate has changed since the industrial revolution, and how it may change over the coming decades, particularly the interplay between natural climate variations and human-caused trends. He also leads Weather Rescue – a citizen science project involving thousands of volunteers – which is recovering millions of lost Victorian-era weather observations from hand-written archives and turning them into invaluable digital data. Ed also actively engages with a variety of audiences about climate change, especially using novel graphical visualisations.

Ed is a climate scientist in the National Centre for Atmospheric Science at the University of Reading, and a Lead Author for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change 6th Assessment Report. His research examines how and why the climate has changed since the industrial revolution, and how it may change over the coming decades, particularly the interplay between natural climate variations and human-caused trends. He also leads Weather Rescue – a citizen science project involving thousands of volunteers – which is recovering millions of lost Victorian-era weather observations from hand-written archives and turning them into invaluable digital data. Ed also actively engages with a variety of audiences about climate change, especially using novel graphical visualisations.

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Dr Sam Illingworth is a Professor at Edinburgh Napier University, whose research and practice revolve around the use of creative pedagogies to explore staff and student belonging in higher education. You can find out more about his work via his website www.samillingworth.com, and connect with him on X/Twitter @samillingworth.

Dr Sam Illingworth is a Professor at Edinburgh Napier University, whose research and practice revolve around the use of creative pedagogies to explore staff and student belonging in higher education. You can find out more about his work via his website www.samillingworth.com, and connect with him on X/Twitter @samillingworth.

I am a science communicator with a long experience on Earth education, risk and environmental communication, author of several articles mainly addressed to a public of non expert but also author of scientific articles related to the communication of science.

I am a science communicator with a long experience on Earth education, risk and environmental communication, author of several articles mainly addressed to a public of non expert but also author of scientific articles related to the communication of science.

Solmaz Mohadjer is a geoscientist and a science educator. Her research involves investigating how mountain hazards are linked to mountain building processes, continental deformation and erosion. She integrates different techniques including remote sensing, geographic information systems, and high precision LiDAR mapping of topography to quantify hazards. She has a longstanding interest in improving geohazards science delivery for disaster risk reduction. In 2011, she founded ParsQuake Project to support the development of educational materials and briefs for informing the public and maximizing the use of scientific evidence in policymaking. She currently serves as an Executive Editor for Geoscience Communication and Associate Editor for Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences. She is also the chair of the EGU's Outreach Committee.

Solmaz Mohadjer is a geoscientist and a science educator. Her research involves investigating how mountain hazards are linked to mountain building processes, continental deformation and erosion. She integrates different techniques including remote sensing, geographic information systems, and high precision LiDAR mapping of topography to quantify hazards. She has a longstanding interest in improving geohazards science delivery for disaster risk reduction. In 2011, she founded ParsQuake Project to support the development of educational materials and briefs for informing the public and maximizing the use of scientific evidence in policymaking. She currently serves as an Executive Editor for Geoscience Communication and Associate Editor for Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences. She is also the chair of the EGU's Outreach Committee.

I am a senior lecturer (associate professor) at the University of Glasgow and investigate climate change and Earth system dynamics. I focus primarily on the interactions between climate and landscapes in mountains and coastal regions. I employ process-based models, empirical-statistical models, and techniques from AI. I am an advocate of „open science“ and multilateral collaboration, and an active member of the European Geosciences Union (EGU). I serve as a topical editor for the journals Earth System Dynamics and Geoscience Communication. Recent outreach efforts include the development of open and accessible educational materials about climate science and Earthquakes.

I am a senior lecturer (associate professor) at the University of Glasgow and investigate climate change and Earth system dynamics. I focus primarily on the interactions between climate and landscapes in mountains and coastal regions. I employ process-based models, empirical-statistical models, and techniques from AI. I am an advocate of „open science“ and multilateral collaboration, and an active member of the European Geosciences Union (EGU). I serve as a topical editor for the journals Earth System Dynamics and Geoscience Communication. Recent outreach efforts include the development of open and accessible educational materials about climate science and Earthquakes.

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Iain Stewart is professor of Geoscience Communication at the University of Plymouth and Director of its Sustainable Earth Institute. He studied Geography and Geology at Strathclyde University, completed a PhD in earthquake geology at Bristol University and lecturerd in Earth Science at Brunel University until 2002, after which he joined Plymouth. His research interests are in interdisciplinary investigations of geological hazards and in the communication of geoscience to the public.

Iain Stewart is professor of Geoscience Communication at the University of Plymouth and Director of its Sustainable Earth Institute. He studied Geography and Geology at Strathclyde University, completed a PhD in earthquake geology at Bristol University and lecturerd in Earth Science at Brunel University until 2002, after which he joined Plymouth. His research interests are in interdisciplinary investigations of geological hazards and in the communication of geoscience to the public.

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Dr. Mathew Stiller-Reeve is a facilitator, researcher, and communicator with a diverse professional background. He began his career in the weather forecasting industry, focusing on business development and leading large-scale tender and product development processes. Mathew then completed a PhD in Physical Meteorology at the University of Bergen and spent a decade as a researcher at the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research, contributing to advancements in climate science. Over the years, Mathew has cultivated a unique skill set centered on fostering dialogue across sectors, disciplines, and teams. He has worked with hundreds of researchers worldwide through writing and communication workshops designed to enhance clarity, creativity, and collaboration. In addition, he develops and organizes innovative dialogue events, enabling professionals to co-create strategies and solutions for complex challenges. Today, Mathew combines his scientific expertise with his passion for communication and interdisciplinary teamwork, creating spaces where ideas flourish, and meaningful connections are built.

Dr. Mathew Stiller-Reeve is a facilitator, researcher, and communicator with a diverse professional background. He began his career in the weather forecasting industry, focusing on business development and leading large-scale tender and product development processes. Mathew then completed a PhD in Physical Meteorology at the University of Bergen and spent a decade as a researcher at the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research, contributing to advancements in climate science. Over the years, Mathew has cultivated a unique skill set centered on fostering dialogue across sectors, disciplines, and teams. He has worked with hundreds of researchers worldwide through writing and communication workshops designed to enhance clarity, creativity, and collaboration. In addition, he develops and organizes innovative dialogue events, enabling professionals to co-create strategies and solutions for complex challenges. Today, Mathew combines his scientific expertise with his passion for communication and interdisciplinary teamwork, creating spaces where ideas flourish, and meaningful connections are built.

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Stephanie is a Lecturer in Academic Writing and based in the GCU Graduate School. She focuses on developing a variety of writing support and communities for postgraduate researchers and staff to help with thesis writing, writing for publication or other written outputs. One of her key research interests are Peer-writing groups and using Creative methods to support writers. She also hosts the Power Hour of Wrtiting, an inclusive peer-writing community open to PGRs and staff. Join the Acadamice Writing Centre Teams space to get invites to upcoming sessions. Stephanie is an active member of the Scottish Higher Education Researcher Developer (ScotHERD) network and since May 2023 she is the chair of the Universities Scotland Researcher Development & Culture Committee (RDCC).

Stephanie is a Lecturer in Academic Writing and based in the GCU Graduate School. She focuses on developing a variety of writing support and communities for postgraduate researchers and staff to help with thesis writing, writing for publication or other written outputs. One of her key research interests are Peer-writing groups and using Creative methods to support writers. She also hosts the Power Hour of Wrtiting, an inclusive peer-writing community open to PGRs and staff. Join the Acadamice Writing Centre Teams space to get invites to upcoming sessions. Stephanie is an active member of the Scottish Higher Education Researcher Developer (ScotHERD) network and since May 2023 she is the chair of the Universities Scotland Researcher Development & Culture Committee (RDCC).