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The Trees Around the GLOBE campaign is working in conjunction with NASA’s ICESat-2, which is using lasers and a very precise detection instrument to measure the elevation of Earth’s surface. The campaign is hosting a series of informal webinars each month that bring together members of the campaign with scientists, STEM professionals, researchers, and informal educators to show what studies of trees mean to their disciplines – and is seeking teachers and students to present at upcoming webinars.  >>

On Tuesday, 15 January 2019, the Trees Around the GLOBE Student Research Campaign webinar “Investigation of Park Mlaka: Live from Croatia” will be held at 2:00 p.m. EST (7:00 p.m. UTC).  >>

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GLOBE is excited to host the 6th International Virtual Science Symposium (IVSS). The IVSS is a place for K-16 (primary to undergraduate) students from around the world to share their GLOBE research with other students, teachers, STEM professionals, and community members in an entirely online platform. Reports will be accepted from 01 January through 10 April 2019.  >>

U.S. K-12 Teachers: Applications for the Fulbright Distinguished Awards Program will be accepted through 19 January 2019. The Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Semester Program for U.S. Teachers (Fulbright DA) provides an opportunity for K–12 educators from the United States to take part in a three-month to six-month professional development experience abroad.  >>

Tip of the Week: U.S. Partners and Country Coordinators – You have begun to receive, and will continue to receive, an important monthly email that will give you a deeper insight into the status of your GLOBE-related activities.  >>

On 25 October, Dr. Julie Malmberg hosted an informational webinar. The webinar provided an overview of the 2019 IVSS, and a look at the updated virtual badges. If you missed the webinar, or would like to view it again, click here!  >>

The Trees Around the GLOBE Student Research Campaign will host an Intensive Observation Period (IOP) during the month of January 2019 (winter in the Northern Hemisphere, summer in the Southern Hemisphere). This is the first of four IOPs that will be held during the campaign: January 2019, Tree Height; April 2019, Land Cover; July 2019, Tree Height; and October 2019, Land Cover.  >>

What is the story of climate change and mosquitoes? Read the latest blog written by Dr. Russanne Low, the science lead for the GLOBE Mission Mosquito Field Measurement Campaign and find out!  >>

Currently, Eco-Schools USA is offering a free, online, self-paced course using GLOBE protocols. This course began in November and will run through 09 January. The focus is on GLOBE Training for Eco-Schools: Using Earth Systems Science in your Schoolyard Habitat.  >>