Overview
Eos is a peer‑reviewed news magazine published by the American Geophysical Union (AGU). It disseminates scientific news, opinion pieces, and feature articles concerning Earth and space sciences, as well as analyses of the broader social, political, and policy contexts of geoscience research.
History
The publication originated as Transactions of the American Geophysical Union, a venue for distributing information about AGU’s annual meetings. In 1969 the title was expanded to Eos, Transactions, American Geophysical Union to honor Eos, the Greek goddess of dawn, symbolizing the illumination of scientific understanding. The magazine later shortened its name to Eos and transitioned to a primarily digital format while retaining a print edition for AGU members.
Content and Scope
Eos covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Recent research findings across the geosciences (e.g., climatology, seismology, oceanography, planetary science).
- Editorials and commentary on scientific policy, education, and societal implications of geoscience.
- In‑depth feature stories that contextualize current research within historical and interdisciplinary frameworks.
Articles are authored by researchers, AGU staff, and external contributors, and undergo editorial review to ensure scientific accuracy.
Publication Model
The magazine is released weekly in digital form on the website eos.org. Print copies are distributed free of charge to AGU members. Content posted online constitutes the version of record; the print edition reproduces selected articles from the digital issue.
Access and Licensing
Eos operates under the AGU’s Scientific Integrity and Professional Ethics Policy. The site permits non‑commercial reuse of short quotations, figures, and tables provided proper attribution is given to the authors, Eos, and AGU. Institutional subscribers and AGU members may access back‑issue archives, while articles from 1997 through 2014 are freely available via the Wiley Online Library.
Abstracting and Indexing
The magazine is indexed in major scientific literature databases, ensuring its articles are discoverable alongside peer‑reviewed research journals.
Significance
As AGU’s flagship news outlet, Eos serves the geoscience community by delivering timely, authoritative information that bridges the gap between specialized research and broader public and policy audiences. Its weekly cadence and multidisciplinary focus make it a key resource for scientists, educators, policymakers, and interested members of the public.
