Gordon Grant

Primary Convener:
Gordon Grant, Oregon State University

The global geoscience community faces a period of profound transformation, shaped by rapid developments across political, technological, and societal domains. These include sweeping restructuring and downsizing within the U.S. federal science enterprise, the disruptive emergence of generative AI, and escalating public skepticism toward scientific expertise. Such shifts present unprecedented challenges for scientists at all career stages. How did we arrive at this juncture, and what actionable strategies can we adopt to navigate forward—both as individuals and as a professional society? To address these pressing concerns, the New Frontiers Committee of the AGU College of Fellows will convene a session featuring a three-person panel discussion and an open community forum. This event aims to illuminate current dilemmas, expose collective blind spots, and propose constructive pathways for restoring public trust in the geosciences and allied disciplines. Panelists will be selected for their capacity to offer balanced, nuanced perspectives and to engage directly with core issues affecting AGU members.

Index Terms
6610 Funding
6615 Legislation and regulations
6620 Science policy
6630 Workforce

Cross-Listed:
NH - Natural Hazards
SY - Science and Society
ED - Education
GC - Global Environmental Change