diff --git a/.github/workflows/deploy-book.yml b/.github/workflows/deploy-book.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000..7ce6f69 --- /dev/null +++ b/.github/workflows/deploy-book.yml @@ -0,0 +1,44 @@ +name: deploy-book + +# Only run this when the master branch changes +on: + push: + branches: + - main + # If your git repository has the Jupyter Book within some-subfolder next to + # unrelated files, you can make this run only if a file within that specific + # folder has been modified. + # + # paths: + # - some-subfolder/** + +# This job installs dependencies, builds the book, and pushes it to `gh-pages` +jobs: + deploy-book: + runs-on: ubuntu-latest + steps: + - uses: actions/checkout@v2 + + # Install dependencies + - name: Set up Python 3.8 + uses: actions/setup-python@v2 + with: + python-version: 3.8 + + - name: Install dependencies + run: | + pip install jupyter-book + pip install numpydoc + pip install ghp-import + + # Build the book + - name: Build the book + run: | + jupyter-book build . + + # Push the book's HTML to github-pages + - name: GitHub Pages action + uses: peaceiris/actions-gh-pages@v3.6.1 + with: + github_token: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }} + publish_dir: ./_build/html diff --git a/_config.yml b/_config.yml index 4ae26fb..ffcad63 100644 --- a/_config.yml +++ b/_config.yml @@ -3,13 +3,15 @@ title: Climatematch Impact Scholars Program author: Climatematch -logo: cma_logo.png +logo: info/images/cma_logo.png only_build_toc_files: true sphinx: config: language: en + myst_heading_anchors: 2 html_theme_options: + announcement: "🌍🌎🌏 We are looking for mentors with experience in climate research!
APPLY HERE!" logo: text: Climatematch Impact Scholars Program html_sidebars: @@ -34,11 +36,10 @@ repository: # Add GitHub buttons to your book # See https://jupyterbook.org/customize/config.html#add-a-link-to-your-repository html: - announcement : "Mentor applications are open! Apply here: " - favicon : cma_logo.png # A path to a favicon image + favicon : info/images/cma_logo.png # A path to a favicon image use_edit_page_button : false # Whether to add an "edit this page" button to pages. If `true`, repository information in repository: must be filled in use_repository_button : true # Whether to add a link to your repository button - use_issues_button : true # Whether to add an "open an issue" button + use_issues_button : false # Whether to add an "open an issue" button extra_navbar : Powered by Jupyter Book # Will be displayed underneath the left navbar. google_analytics_id : "" # A GA id that can be used to track book views. home_page_in_navbar : true @@ -48,4 +49,4 @@ html: The contents of this repository are shared under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Software elements are additionally licensed under the BSD (3-Clause) License. - \ No newline at end of file + diff --git a/_static/cisp-style.css b/_static/cisp-style.css new file mode 100644 index 0000000..08565d7 --- /dev/null +++ b/_static/cisp-style.css @@ -0,0 +1,4 @@ +table td { + border: 2px solid var(--bs-border-color); + padding: 15px; +} diff --git a/_toc.yml b/_toc.yml index 89e1669..148f8fc 100644 --- a/_toc.yml +++ b/_toc.yml @@ -13,9 +13,3 @@ parts: title: Scholars 2023 - file: info/mentors title: Mentors -- caption: Workshops - chapters: - - file: workshops/science_writing - title: Science writing - - file: workshops/oral_presentations - title: Oral presentations diff --git a/info/application.md b/info/application.md index 486a935..1b1bb46 100644 --- a/info/application.md +++ b/info/application.md @@ -1,2 +1,71 @@ -# Application +# Become a Climatematch Impact Scholar! + +```{important} + Applications for the 2023 program have closed! +``` +## **Eligibility** +In order to apply, you must: +- **have completed the most recent [Climatematch Academy course](https://comptools.climatematch.io/tutorials/intro.html) as a student or a Teaching Assistant.** + - Course completion is validated through certification. + - Teaching Assistants are joining teams as equal collaborators. + +- **be part of a team**. + - Individual applications will not be considered, but see [FAQs](#frequently-asked-questions). + - There is no maximum size limit for the teams, but every applicant must be part of no more than a single team. + + +--- +## **Application process** +### 1. Expression of interest +**July 27-28, 2023** + +Upon submission of your project slides at the end of Project Session 9, we ask that you indicate the number of people from your team who are planning to apply for extended computing resources to continue the project. We also ask whether either or both of your Teaching Assistants are interested in joining you, so please discuss this with them before submitting the form! + +You will have access to computing resources until the application deadline so that you can ground your project proposal in solid preliminary analysis. + + +### 2. Application deadline +~~**August 31, 2023**~~ Deadline extended to **September 8, 2023** + +To apply for extended resources, **submit a concise two-page project proposal** by the deadline. You can find the application form here: https://airtable.com/appLHqbcnAQ1EUO47/shrN2tosRAzeZ4Yg0 + +It includes detailed information about the format and content your proposal should have. + +The strongest proposals will: + +* directly build on, and be supported by, analyses conducted during the course and the following month; +* have a clear research focus; +* connect the climate phenomenon of interest to its socio-economic impact. + +### 3. Application decisions +Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We will aim to get back to you within 2-3 weeks of proposal submission. + +--- +## **Frequently asked questions** +> *What should I do if no one else from my project group is planning to continue working on the project?* + +We understand that not every member of the groups formed during the Climatematch Academy will be able to dedicate time to the project after the course. We therefore encourage students who are left without a team to join forces with another group. + +Please browse the submitted projects through the link shared on Discord (#impact-scholars-program) and reach out to the displayed contact person of any project that interests you. The host team reserves the right to decide who can join their team. You are welcome to reach out to multiple teams, but please join and apply as part of only one team. + +> *Can we change the topic of our project?* + +Yes, but we would still like to see preliminary analyses in your application. + +> *Can I join a different team just because their project more closely relates to my professional interests?* + +Yes, but please make sure that your former team is aware of this. + +> *How will Climatematch facilitate the reforming of the project groups?* + +The existing pod channels on Discord will stay open until the end of the program to give teams a private working space. + +If a group expands, please post the name of the new team member and the name of the pod/group in #impact-scholars-program or raise a ticket with the same information. Please make sure to tag `@CISP organizers`. We can then add new members to the existing pod channels to facilitate team communication. + +At the start of the program, we will create additional, pod-independent spaces for teams to communicate internally and with other teams working on related topics/datasets. + +> *What mentorship will be provided?* + +We will try our best to provide groups with the kind of mentorship that matches their needs and preferences. To give us an idea of what those are, we have included a few questions about mentorship in the application form. These questions will not influence application outcome. + diff --git a/info/images/cisp_map.png b/info/images/cisp_map.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5818549 Binary files /dev/null and b/info/images/cisp_map.png differ diff --git a/cma_logo.png b/info/images/cma_logo.png similarity index 100% rename from cma_logo.png rename to info/images/cma_logo.png diff --git a/info/intro.md b/info/intro.md index bcd4374..fc7ebfa 100644 --- a/info/intro.md +++ b/info/intro.md @@ -1,7 +1,11 @@ # Climatematch Impact Scholars Program +The Climatematch Impact Scholars Program allows aspiring climate scientists to continue and expand on the research project they started during [Climatematch Academy: Computational Tools for Climate Science](https://comptools.climatematch.io/tutorials/intro.html). +In line with the [mission of Climatematch](https://academy.climatematch.io/about/mission), the program aims to: +- advance the scholars' **computational research skills and knowledge** in a specific sub-domain of climate science, +- help the scholars chart their path **from data to action**. - +To learn more about the program, please see the content under Program Overview. ```{tableofcontents} ``` diff --git a/info/mentors.md b/info/mentors.md index 0dcd3d8..98a4a17 100644 --- a/info/mentors.md +++ b/info/mentors.md @@ -1,2 +1,31 @@ # Mentors +Mentors are **experienced scientists interested in supporting a group throughout the development of their research project** between October 2023 and January 2024. +```{admonition} Mentor applications are open! +Apply here: https://airtable.com/appLHqbcnAQ1EUO47/shrDDmUFZ594k6KQ0 +``` + +--- +## Why be a mentor? +Climate models struggle to predict the impact of climate change on a local scale. In collaboration with our program, mentors will support early career scientists as they help identify cutting edge climate-change related questions with benefits to local ecosystems and communities. + +Mentors will also become official collaborators on the project which will conclude with submission of a micropublication and a seminar presentation by the project teams. If there is mutual interest in continuing the collaboration on the project beyond the end of the program, we will do our best to support work towards a publication in a scientific journal by facilitating continued, uninterrupted provision of the computing resources to the scholars. + +--- +## What do mentors do? +Mentors support scholars to continue a research project they have started during the Climatematch Academy. In particular, mentors will: +- Connect with their group at least once per month for 1-2 hours either synchronously (zoom meeting) or asynchronously (email or Discord). We estimate the total minimum time commitment to be 6-8 hours. +- Provide constructive feedback on outputs (project proposal, presentation slides, micropublication drafts) +- Attend a welcome meeting (mid-October 2023) and an end of program celebration meeting (January 2024) with all scholars and mentors. Both via Zoom. + +We encourage mentors to interact with their group beyond the minimum of 6-8 hours required by the program if this aligns with the goals of the mentor and group. Besides more in-depth project discussions, additional mentor-scholar interactions could surround topics including the mentor’s work or general career advice. + +--- +## Who can be a mentor? +To advise a group of Impact Scholars, mentors should: +- have **experience** conducting research on a topic related to the region, dataset, or scientific question of their group +- have a **keen interest** in encouraging up-and-coming scientists and international collaborations + +Knowledge of Python and experience supervising junior researchers are a plus, but not required. + +If you have any questions regarding the mentor role please feel free to contact mentors@climatematch.io. diff --git a/info/scholars2023.md b/info/scholars2023.md index 73dc6f6..6151375 100644 --- a/info/scholars2023.md +++ b/info/scholars2023.md @@ -1,2 +1,164 @@ # Impact Scholars 2023 +We are thrilled to introduce 15 teams of 74 Impact Scholars as part of our 2023 cohort! + +Their ambitious projects focus on pressing climate issues on local and global scales, as well as their societal impact. + +```{figure} images/cisp_map.png +--- +width: 100% +--- +A representation of the scholar projects' geographical regions of focus. The two projects marked by an asterisk (*) investigate phenomena on a global scale +``` + +--- + +
1.
+ +**Analyzing Global Wind Potential for the Next 50 Years and its socio-economic impact** + +Team "Brachiosaurus_Bharatanatyam_Leggiero" + +Pallaw Mishra, Shashank Kumar Roy, Wil Laura + +--- + +
2.
+ +**Comparing Sea Level Height Measurements from Tidal Gauges and ECCO Model in Extreme Weather Events** + +Team "Rajasaurus Baris" + +Franck Porteous, Faith Hunja, Hannah Krohn, C. Gabriela Mayorga-Adame, Ayman Said + +--- + +
3.
+ +**Assessing Spatio-Temporal Precipitation Variability and Extreme Events in India** + +Team "Monsoon Blues" + +Stefy Thomas, Sattiki Ganguly, Jeciliya Selva Kiruba S, Khushi Dani, Dr. P P Choudhari, Sintayehu Fetene Demessie + +--- + +
4.
+ +**Deepening into the rainy impact of El Niño events over South of Brazil precipitation** + +Team "Staccato" + +Douglas Medeiros Nehme, Gabriel Henrique da Silva Soares, Lívia Sancho + +--- + +
5.
+ +**ENSO's Influence on the Coastal Upwelling along Northwest Africa through the Pacific-North Atlantic Teleconnection** + +Team "Fukuivenator Rhumba" + +Sthitapragya Ray, Danny McCulloch, Andrea A. Cabrera, Diana Marcela Guzmán Lugo, Elizaveta Baranova-Parfenova, Vanni Consumi, Daria Proklova + +--- + +
6.
+ +**Fire Risk Assessment of the Andean-Patagonian Forest** + +Team "Tyrannosaurus Tango Dolce" + +Cristian Farfan, Ricardo Rengifo, Raphael Rocha, Luciana Rojas, Franco Barrionuevo + +--- + +
7.
+ +**Proposal for heatwave in Asia(India)** + +Team "Tarantino" + +Ahmad Rashiq, Seyed Mehdi Mirbazel, Arihant Jain + +--- + +
8.
+ +**Impact of Deforestation and Multi-year Cyclical Processes on Precipitation Patterns and Cereal Production in Congo River Basin** + +Team "Fortepiano, Hesperosaurus_bon" + +James Hartzell, Magda Altman, Pratik Bhandari, Lorenzo Pierini, Masoumeh Bahri, Rajiv Kumar Srivastava, Jeffrey N.A. Ayree + +--- + +
9.
+ +**Predicting future impacts of ENSO on NDVI in the Greater Horn of Africa** + +Team "Saurophaganax_Popping_forte" + +Ximena Miranda, Sergei Nabatov, Abdus Samad, Jesús Pozo T., Alethia Kielbasa, Benedetta Francesconi + +--- + +
10.
+ +**Projected Influences of Interannual Climate Variability on Summer Monsoon Onset and Extreme Weather Events in the Indonesia-North Australia Monsoon Region** + +Team "Fortepiano" + +Zhixian Yang, René Gabriel Navarro Labastida, Selyn Rousse Acuña Cama, Tejaswini M. Pawase, Rosmery Lidez Condori Huanca, Naomi Nafisa Rahman + +--- + +
11.
+ +**The Past and Future of Mediterranean Heat Waves** + +Team "Andante" + +Lana Flanjak, Natalia Gabdrakhmanova, Timon Kunze, Farukcan Sağlam + +--- + +
12.
+ +**Understand underlying mechanisms of ENSO and predicting its impact on the countries surrounding the Niño Region.** + +Team "Iguanacolossus_bogel Agitato" + +Kirtana Sunil Phatnani, Kimia Marvi, Anjana Shree, Neil Marc Sordilla, Eligio Maure, Danny McCulloch + +--- + +
13.
+ +**Understanding historical and future impacts of El Niño on climate and food production in Colombia and Indonesia** + +Team "Protoceratops_Jitterbug_Vivace" + +Ninibeth Sarmiento Herrera, Elisa Passos, Lakhvinder Kaur + +--- + +
14.
+ +**Understanding the interactions of socio-economic policy, land use change, climate and carbon sequestration within the biomes of Mato Grosso: Integrating Land Cover, Precipitation, Temperature, GPP and Economic Factors** + +Team "Beipiaosaurus moonwalk" + +Sofia Corradi, Daniela Velásquez, Magnolia Song, Maryann Alata Chambilla, Manojna Polisetty + +--- + +
15.
+ +**Wildfires in Angola: Burn Areas and Vegetation Index** + +Team "Jintasaurus Skip Energico" + +Agnessa Karapetian, Ana Carolina Temporao Marques Filipe, Kamil Vlcek, Sedem Buabassah, Hatice Busra Gokbunar, Xintong Huang + + diff --git a/info/structure.md b/info/structure.md index f7f0665..3d934fe 100644 --- a/info/structure.md +++ b/info/structure.md @@ -1 +1,49 @@ -# Program structure \ No newline at end of file +# Program structure + +The Climatematch Impact Scholars program runs between **October 2023** and **January 2024**. + +## **What is involved** +- **Computing resources**. Thanks to our partnership with [2i2c](https://2i2c.org/), selected groups will be provided with continued access to the Climatematch JupyterHub until the end of the program with a possibility of further extension if the scholars and their mentor are interested in working towards a peer-reviewed publication. + +- **Citable micropublication**. At the end of the program, the scholars will write up their results in a micropublication that will be publicized on the program website and assigned a DOI. The scholars will also be offered a chance to share their work in their native language to increase its impact in their community. + +- **Seminar presentation**. Also at the end of the program, the scholars will give a 20-minute virtual seminar that will be advertised on Climatematch social media and recorded for subsequent sharing on the course website. + +- **Mentorship**. We endeavour to match every team to a suitable mentor who connects with the scholars synchronously or asynchronously at least once a month and provides feedback on their research outputs. + +- **Community support**. There will be regular check-ins from the program organisers on the #cisp-community forum channel on the Climatematch's Discord Community Server for participants to share both successes and struggles. + +We are actively working to provide participants with further professional and academic opportunities and additionally encourage them to take part in Climatematch seminars, journal club meetings, and professional development survey series. These are not strictly part of the program, but are aligned with the scholars' project topics and career aspirations. + +--- +## **Program tentative timeline** + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
9 October 2023Impact Scholars survey deadline
16-17 October 2023Welcome Event for scholars and mentors
October - December 2023Regular check-ins on Discord and mentor meetings
12th January 2024Research output submission deadline
January 2024End-of-program Celebration Event
February 2024Feedback on research outputs
March-April 2024Micropublication release and seminar presentations