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GLOBE News Brief - April 2024

In This Issue

  • Annual Meeting Announcements
  • News and Announcements
  • Field Measurement Campaign/IOP Updates
  • GISN Updates 
  • GLOBE Student Vloggers
  • GLOBE Community Stories
  • Community Opportunities
  • For North America Community Members
  • For Asia and Pacific Community Members
  • For Europe and Eurasia Community Members
  • Anniversaries 
  • Additional Announcements
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Annual Meeting Announcements

2024 GLOBE Annual Meeting — Registration is open!


The 2024 GLOBE Annual Meeting will take place in Fredonia, NY, USA from 15-18 July, co-hosted by U.S. Partner SUNY Fredonia. The theme of this year’s Annual Meeting is "Climate and Resilience."


Early bird registration is open now until mid-June.


Read More Here.

News and Announcements

April Tech Update


GLOBE Observer Eclipse tool, Awards and Recognitions, upcoming new Learning Activity tools, and Trainer Certification tool in this month's tech update!


Read More Here.

Join the Ward's Science Challenge Supporting The GLOBE Program


Elementary, middle and high school educators welcome to join!


Read More Here.

Celebrate Earth Day with GLOBE!


Watch the live-streamed Earth Day Broadcast on 22 April.


Read More Here.

Celebrating 2024 IVSS Research Teams


Please join us in celebrating all student research teams who participated in the 2024 International Virtual Science Symposium (IVSS)!


Read More Here.

Field Measurement Campaign/IOP Updates

Earn Badges and Set Streaks while Using The GLOBE Program's App, GLOBE Observer


To help you keep track of your contributions to GLOBE and to show our appreciation for you, we have added a new My Achievements section to the GLOBE Observer app. This new feature shows milestone badges and streaks for all data you have submitted to GLOBE.


Read More Here.

Total Eclipse of the Sun — 8 April!


We hope you will join in observing clouds and air temperature with The GLOBE Program's app, GLOBE Observer, on Eclipse day with the Eclipse tool (now available).


Read More Here.

GLOBE Eclipse Challenge: Clouds and Our Solar-Powered Earth


The “GLOBE Eclipse Challenge: Clouds and Our Solar-Powered Earth” continues through 15 April 2024.


Read More Here.

Observer News: Tips for Events with GLOBE Eclipse


GLOBE has a number of resources that can be useful as an eclipse-related display or interactive activity.


Read More Here.

Supporting GLOBE Student Investigations of the Eclipse


GLOBE educator and NASA Langley Research Center scientist Jessica Taylor offers observation tips.


Read More Here.

Participate in the NASA Earthrise Initiative!


GLOBE's YCC Campaign is collaborating with NASA's Earthrise Initiative to learn about Earth and Climate science resources.


Read More Here.

The State of Trees — April 2024


Hear students and educators from around the world present their trees, vegetation, and land cover-related student research projects that were submitted to the 2024 GLOBE Program's International Virtual Science Symposium.


Read More Here.

Observer Science Blogs


Read the latest science blog, "GLOBE Eclipse Challenge: Clouds and Our Solar-powered Earth."


Read More Here.

GLOBE International STEM Network Updates

GISN Social Hour — 25 April 2024


Connect with fellow GISN members in these monthly meet-ups!


Read More Here.

GLOBE Student Vloggers

GLOBE Student Vloggers — April Update


The current cohort says goodbye with final presentations. The new cohort will debut during the 22 April Earth Day broadcast.


Read More Here.

GLOBE Community Stories

Planetwalk — Dr. John Francis' Journey Towards a Better Earth


Sometimes, walking is the best way towards change.


Read More Here.

GLOBE Puts the "A" in STEAM for this Award-Winning Irish School


Investigating your local climate is like making music: rewarding!


Read More Here.

GLOBE Teacher from Argentina Visits a School in Salamanca, Spain: A Meeting that Unites Continents

 

Teachers defied geographical distances (and years of virtual collaboration) to meet face-to-face for an opportunity to share experiences doing GLOBE — around the globe!

 

Read More Here.

A Lecture for the GLOBE Team at Oman's Sawda Umm al-Mu’minin School

 

Oman's Department of Agriculture sends specialists to give a presentation on animals and the environment to GLOBE students.

 

Read More Here.

A Panel Discussion on Endangered Species Given to Oman's Amjad Oman School GLOBE Students


The panel discussed endangered animals and current legislation to protect them.


Read More Here.

Oman National Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Week in Al Dhahirah Governorate Sees GLOBE Protocols Highlighted


Exhibition visitors were introduced to The GLOBE Program, its protocols, and student achievements.


Read More Here.

Can Garlic Fight Bad Bacteria? Two Omani Students Put It to the Test!


Using GLOBE Protocols, students look closely at how garlic can be used to treat graywater for irrigation.


Read More Here.

A Wonderful Conclusion to Oman's National Science Week (STEM 2024) with the Participation of GLOBE Students


The Amjad Oman School GLOBE team showcased their research, garnering high accolades.


Read More Here.

Omani Students Study the Effects of Soil Salinity on Plant Growth


With GLOBE Protocols in mind, students investigate ways to prevent acidic soil.


Read More Here.

GLOBE's Soil Protocol Captivates Students in Oman


Students discover different properties of the soil around their school.


Read More Here.

Omani GLOBE Students Study the Effect of Acid Rainwater on a Fig Tree


Students utilized GLOBE's Soil, Water and Vegetation Protocols to look at fig trees affected by acid rain.


Read More Here.

Oman's Sawda Umm al-Mu’minin School Science Garden Helps Teach GLOBE Protocols


The school utilizes hydroponics to not only grow produce, but teach students about GLOBE principles.


Read More Here.

Al-Dubaishi, Ibri Students Study the Effect of Sewage on Well Water


Using the Hydrosphere Protocol, students test local well water for bacteria.


Read More Here.

Community Opportunities

For North America Community Members

Wildlife Biologist Ready to Answer Phenology Questions


What questions do your students have about phenology? Dr. Dave Steinberg is ready to answer your questions!


Read More Here.

For Asia and Pacific Community Members

GLOBE Asia-Pacific Science Festival (APSF) — 12-16 May 2024


The GLOBE Asia-Pacific Science Festival (APSF)'s theme is "Exchange Programs: Building Bridges and Inspiring Futures."


Read More Here.

For Europe and Eurasia Community Members

Celebrating Student Achievements at the 2024 Virtual Student Conference


The 2024 Virtual Student Conference held online from 6-7 March showcased the fantastic work of GLOBE students from nine countries across Europe and Eurasia, providing them with a platform to present their projects to an international audience.


Read More Here.

Additional Announcements

Anniversaries

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Congratulations to the 18 GLOBE Countries Celebrating Anniversaries in April:



Australia – 29 years (21 Apr 1995)

Austria – 29 years (20 Apr 1995)

Benin – 29 years (28 Apr 1995)

Bolivia – 29 years (22 Apr 1995)

Canada – 27 years (07 Apr 1997)

Chile – 26 years (16 Apr 1998)

Costa Rica – 28 years (22 Apr 1996)

Croatia – 29 years (12 Apr 1995)

Czech Republic – 29 years (20 Apr 1995)

Ecuador – 28 years (22 Apr 1996)

Kuwait – 25 years (12 Apr 1999)

Norway – 29 years (05 Apr 1995)

Poland – 27 years (22 Apr 1997)

Romania – 28 years (11 Apr 1995)

South Korea – 29 years (21 Apr 1995)

Switzerland – 26 years (22 Apr 1998)

Tanzania – 27 years (01 Apr 1997)

Uruguay – 29 years (21 Apr 1995)

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