<div dir="ltr">Hello Everyone, <div><br></div><div>I'd like to draw your attention to an opportunity to get involved with the NSF NCAR Convergence Science Program that was posted in <a href="https://sundog.ucar.edu/page/8144?SearchId=888569" target="_blank">Sundog</a> last week. I've included the information from that post below. Please consider attending one of our information sessions to learn more about the program and the two opportunities we have for getting involved (dates, times, and calendar links are also listed below). </div><div><br></div><div>Let us know if you have any questions by emailing <a href="mailto:convergence@ucar.edu" target="_blank">convergence@ucar.edu</a> </div><div><br></div><div>Best,</div><div>Chris</div><div><br></div><div>---<br clear="all"><div><br></div><div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-weight:700;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">The NSF NCAR Directorate is developing a Convergence Science Program to accelerate NSF NCAR’s leadership role in enabling and conducting convergence research for the Earth systems science (ESS) community.</span></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 1rem;padding:0px;line-height:1.5;font-weight:bold"><span id="m_5725556320791929199m_7436286087963870386gmail-docs-internal-guid-fc03fe51-7fff-07f0-469f-22fbc34be0f4" style="font-weight:normal"><br></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">What is convergence science?</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"> Broadly defined, convergence science is a means to solve complex research problems that arise from either pressing scientific or societal needs, through deep integration across diverse disciplines (see </span><a href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/learn/research-types/learn-about-convergence-research#definition" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">here</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">). Convergence is an approach that can be undertaken to investigate science questions </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;text-decoration-line:underline;vertical-align:baseline">and/or</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"> societal problems.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">What is the vision of the Convergence Science Program?</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"> The vision is for NSF NCAR to be a place where convergence science for the field of Earth Systems Science is deeply understood, valued, and supported – scientifically, culturally, and financially.  We are working to help NSF NCAR reflect its role as a National Center pertaining to convergence science by conducting strategically important and challenging convergence research; enabling convergence through training, mentoring, and other workforce development skills for researchers and community partners; and determining other key needs to serve NCAR and the broader communities.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">How can you get involved and learn more?</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"> The Convergence Science Program is hosting two informational sessions to provide an introduction to the program’s vision and proposed efforts and to share two new opportunities to get involved with the program. The two opportunities are:  </span></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px"><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left:15px;list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Community of Practice - Ambassadors (CoP-A): We are currently recruiting a cohort of ambassadors to support and be supported by the Convergence Science Program. These positions will come with some FTE support (at least 1 month of time and potentially more) for at least 9 months and potentially longer. See </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ht9AJT_jVa-K00qJzmz88MZ89Chq8ZFnJaesEmNEsxI/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:11pt;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;text-decoration-line:underline;vertical-align:baseline">here</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"> for additional details about the Ambassadors position. We currently have funding to support 1-2 ambassadors per lab. We are seeking to create a team with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. We encourage all who are interested to apply, no matter if you’re new to this type of research or if you have years of experience with it!</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left:15px;list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Community of Practice - Interest Network (CoP-IN):  We are creating a network of those who are interested in convergence science that is open to all NCAR staff, affiliates, and visitors who wish to join and stay connected. See more information </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sNMyGy3eg-T5f01eMqpCgITVvsq9cua29_-LYdtYfYM/edit#heading=h.msk2q0c28ukn" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:11pt;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;text-decoration-line:underline;vertical-align:baseline">here</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">. This network is open to any and all who are interested! </span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Applications for CoP-A and/or CoP-IN</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">: We have a short application for those interested in participating in either opportunity. Applications are due Friday, February 16, 2024, and applications can be submitted </span><a href="https://forms.gle/MdVYvdmWHURknUMw8" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">here</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">.  </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Recommendations for CoP-A and/or CoP-IN</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">: We also welcome recommendations of those who you think would be good applicants. There is no requirement to be recommended, and you do not need to self-recommend, just apply. Recommendations are also due Friday, February 16, 2024. We will contact the nominees by Tuesday, February 20, and will give them one week to apply. Recommendations can be submitted </span><a href="https://forms.gle/suaVzBBK13r8XXrK8" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">here</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">We plan to announce CoP-A selections by Monday, March 4, 2024, and appointments will begin on Monday, April 1, 2024. The first CoP-IN meeting will be held at the end of April. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Informational sessions: </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">We highly encourage all who are interested in the program overall and/or in getting involved to join one of our two informational sessions. During these sessions, we will provide a brief overview of the program and have ample time for questions and discussion. The session dates and times are: </span></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px"><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left:15px;list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Tuesday, January 23 at 1 MST in FL2-1001: </span><a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/r/eventedit/copy/NjQ0bWg5aDBnYTNhdXZyMWs1bTZvdXVsNWYgY18xODhlZ2hmOXJzZ2t1anByZzJnZG83djdlYzJxMDRnOGVsaG0yc2hlY2xpN2FAcmVzb3VyY2UuY2FsZW5kYXIuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbQ" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:11pt;background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Click to add to your calendar</span></a></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left:15px;list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Thursday, February 8 at 1 MST in the ML-680 Tower B (ML Penthouse): </spa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