GeoScienceWorld (GSW) was founded 20 years ago with a vision of transforming how scientific knowledge is shared across the global geoscience community. We would not be the success we are without the trust of our community. Thank you to our visionary founders, to the societies and libraries who put their trust in our unique nonprofit model, and to the countless researchers who dedicate their careers to expanding our understanding of the geosciences. In celebration of our anniversary, we are excited to debut a special video featuring the founders, partners, personnel, and leadership behind the GSW story. We hope you enjoy learning a little more about what makes GSW so unique.

This anniversary is not just about the past; it’s a celebration of our shared commitment to the future. With the pace of climate change and environmental pressures increasing, our network has never been more essential for rapidly disseminating actionable geoscience insights. This next chapter will see us continue expanding access and forging connections. 

“Our 20th anniversary stands as a great testament to all those involved in establishing and fostering the growth of GSW over the years. The journey from a small start-up to a highly respected resource with over 39 society partners serving and supporting more than 250,000 researchers globally is a significant achievement. As we look to the future, our unwavering commitment to innovation and collaboration will enable us to embrace new opportunities to further our mission and advance geoscience research and knowledge on a global scale.”

– Phoebe McMellon, CEO