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@@ -21,10 +21,10 @@ parts:
     title: Micropublications
   - file: output-guidelines/seminar_guidelines
     title: Seminar Presentations
-- caption: Climatematch Impact Scholars Program 2023
+- caption: Past Programs
   chapters:
   - file: impact-scholars/scholars2023
-    title: Climatematch Projects 2023
+    title: Climatematch Impact Scholars Program 2023
     sections:
     - file: scholar-outputs/2023/project2
     - file: scholar-outputs/2023/project3
@@ -37,5 +37,5 @@ parts:
     - file: scholar-outputs/2023/project12
     - file: scholar-outputs/2023/project13
     - file: scholar-outputs/2023/project14
-  - file: impact-scholars/seminar_presentations  
-    title: Climatematch Seminar Presentations 2023
+  #- file: impact-scholars/seminar_presentations  
+  #  title: Climatematch Seminar Presentations 2023
diff --git a/impact-scholars/mentoring_guidelines.md b/impact-scholars/mentoring_guidelines.md
@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ Mentorship can take place through synchronous meetings on a video conferencing p
 We suggest that the first mentor-mentee interactions:
 - <u>discuss background, experiences, and interests of everyone involved</u>. This will give the mentees an opportunity to practice their networking skills and allow the mentor to tailor their mentoring approach to the mentees' needs.
 
-- <u>set clear expecations</u>. What do you wish to gain from the mentoring relationship? How often will you communicate? What communication channels will you use? When suggesting communication platforms, be mindful of potential accessibility restrictions elsewhere in the world.
+- <u>set clear expectations</u>. What do you wish to gain from the mentoring relationship? How often will you communicate? What communication channels will you use? When suggesting communication platforms, be mindful of potential accessibility restrictions elsewhere in the world.
 
 - <u>discuss the project proposal</u>. The proposal outlining the mentees' current results and the work proposed during the program is attached to the introductory email sent by the organizers. Bear in mind that scholars are working on their project part-time and are required to submit a [micropublication](../output-guidelines/micropublications.md) by **3rd March 2025**. 
 
@@ -146,4 +146,4 @@ This document incorporates and adapts content from [Open Science Lab Mentoring G
 [mmu]: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/careers/students/mentor-me
 [coc]: https://github.com/NeuromatchAcademy/precourse/blob/main/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
 [awb]: https://www.actuaries.org/AWB/Projects/Global_Mentorship/Guidelines%20for%20Mentors%20and%20Mentees.pdf
-[osl]: https://opensciencelabs.org/guidelines/mentoring/guide/
+[osl]: https://opensciencelabs.org/guidelines/mentoring/
diff --git a/impact-scholars/mentors.md b/impact-scholars/mentors.md
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 # Mentors
 
-Mentors are **experienced scientists who are interested in supporting a group throughout the development of their research project** between October 2024 and March 2025 nd will be compensated for their time and effort.
+Mentors are **experienced scientists who are interested in supporting a group throughout the development of their research project** between October 2024 and March 2025 and will be compensated for their time and effort.
 
 ## Why be a mentor? 
 
@@ -47,14 +47,17 @@ Attend a welcome meeting in mid-October 2024 and an end-of-program celebration m
 ---
 ## Eligibility criteria
 
-1. **Educational and Professional Background:** Hold a PhD in a relevant field such as Neuroscience, Deep Learning, NeuroAI, or cliamte science, or possess equivalent experience gained through industry or other professional settings that demonstrate expertise in these areas.
+1. **Educational and Professional Background:** Hold a PhD in a relevant field such as Neuroscience, Deep Learning, NeuroAI, or climate science, or possess equivalent experience gained through industry or other professional settings that demonstrate expertise in these areas.
 2. **Project Fit:** Proficient in Python with experience conducting research related to the datasets or scientific questions of the scholars' group. A project gallery will be shared here soon.
 3. **Mentoring / Teaching Experience:** Experience in mentoring or supervising junior researchers.
 4. **Communication Skills:** Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively mentor and collaborate with scholars.
 5. **Commitment:** Availability for the program duration (October 2024 to March 2025) and commitment to regular meetings and communication with scholars and staff.
 
 If you have any questions regarding the mentor role please feel free to contact  [email protected].
 
+```{note}
+Mentor applications will open at the end of July and will be shared on this website.
+```
 
 ---
 ## **Frequently asked questions**

diff --git a/impact-scholars/scholars2023.md b/impact-scholars/scholars2023.md
@@ -59,3 +59,94 @@ A representation of the scholar projects' geographical regions of focus. The two
     <td style="text-align: left; line-height: 20px; color: var(--pst-color-muted); font-size: 14px; margin: 10px 0px;"><a href = "https://programs.climatematch.io/scholar-outputs/2023/project14.html">Wildfires in Angola: Correlation of vegetation and meteorological variables with wildfire intensity</a><br>Agnessa Karapetian, Kamil Vlcek, Carolina Temporão, Hatice Busragokbunar, Sedem Buabassah</td>
 </tr>
 </table>
+
+# Seminar presentations
+
+The first cohort of Climatematch Impact Scholars shared their work in a series of seminars chaired by scientists from our collaborating organizations, [**CMIP**](https://wcrp-cmip.org/) and [**LEAP**](https://leap.columbia.edu/). 
+
+These seminars were <u>open to the public</u>.
+
+The <u>last 30 minutes of each event</u> were dedicated to networking sessions between the presenting scholars and scientists from CMIP and LEAP.
+
+## Seminar 1: 26th March, 10:00-11:30 UTC
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar_banner_1.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
+Chaired by [**Julie Arblaster**](https://wcrp-cmip.org/people/julie-arblaster/) and [**Helene Hewitt**](https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/research/people/helene-hewitt)
+
+- [**Influence of ENSO on the coastal upwelling along Northwest Africa**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project4)
+
+- [**Oceanic oscillations and Congo River Basin climatology**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project7)
+
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar-1.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
+<hr style="border:2px solid gray">
+
+## Seminar 2: 26th March, 13:00-15:00 UTC
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar_banner_2.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
+Chaired by [**Birgit Hassler**](https://wcrp-cmip.org/people/birgit-hassler/) and [**Robert Pincus**](https://wcrp-cmip.org/people/robert-pincus/)
+
+- [**Impact of Interannual Variability on the Onset of Summer Monsoon over the Indonesia-Northern Australia Region**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project9)
+
+- [**Assessing Spatio-Temporal Precipitation Variability and Extreme Events in India**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project3)
+
+- [**Understand underlying mechanisms of ENSO and predicting its impact on the countries surrounding the Niño Region**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project11)
+
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar-2.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
+<hr style="border:2px solid gray">
+
+
+## Seminar 3: 27th March, 16:00-18:00 UTC
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar_banner_3.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
+Chaired by [**Douglas Rao**](https://wcrp-cmip.org/people/douglas-rao/) and [**Isla Simpson**](https://staff.cgd.ucar.edu/islas/)
+
+- [**Understanding historical and future impacts of El Niño on climate and food production in Colombia and Indonesia**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project12)
+
+- [**Preliminary observations on the AVHRR-VIIRS v5 daily NDVI data for the assessment of vegetation-climate dynamics in the Jubba-Shabelle watershed of East Africa**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project8)
+
+- [**Wildfires in Angola: Correlation of vegetation and meteorological variables with wildfire intensity**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project14)
+
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar-3.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
+<hr style="border:2px solid gray">
+
+
+## Seminar 4: 27th March, 21:00-23:00 UTC
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar_banner_4.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
+Chaired by [**Julius Busecke**](https://jbusecke.github.io/) and [**Thea Hatlen Heimdal**](https://lamont.columbia.edu/directory/thea-hatlen-heimdal)
+
+- [**Understanding Land Cover Change in a Tropical Region due to Rapid Agricultural Increase: Interactions with Environmental and Socioeconomic Factors**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project13)
+
+- [**Assessment of fire events in Argentinian Andean-Patagonian Forests between 2002-2020**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project5)
+
+- [**Observing ECCO Model vs Tidal Gauges around Hurricane Maria**](../scholar-outputs/2023/project2)
+
+```{figure} ../impact-scholars/images/seminar-4.png
+---
+width: 100%
+---
+```
diff --git a/output-guidelines/seminar_guidelines.md b/output-guidelines/seminar_guidelines.md
@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 # Presentation guidelines
 
 ## Session format
-Each [seminar session](..impact-scholars/seminar_presentations.md) will feature 3-4 teams of Impact Scholars. 
+Each [seminar session](.impact-scholars/seminar_presentations.md) will feature 3-4 teams of Impact Scholars. 
 
 Every team will deliver a **10-minute talk** followed by a moderated Q&A. 
 

diff --git a/scholar-outputs/2023/project11.md b/scholar-outputs/2023/project11.md
@@ -4,11 +4,17 @@ Team "Iguanacolossus_bogel Agitato"
 
 **Anjana Shree RJ**, **Kimia Marvi**, **Kirtana Sunil Phatnani**, **Neil Marc Sordilla**, **Eligio Maure**, **Danny McCulloch**
 
-Mentor: **Tejas Dattaram More**
+Mentor and reviewer: **Tejas Dattaram More**
 
 <div style="text-align: justify">
 El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is a naturally occurring climate event that has two phases categorised based on the Sea Surface Temperature (SST) in Central and eastern Pacific. When the SST is above average, it is El-Niño phase and below average is La-Nina. This study focuses on the influence of ENSO on various climate variables such as SST, precipitation and air temperature in the Pacific region. We demonstrated that during El-Niño, precipitation & SST increases in the central and eastern Pacific but decreases in the western Pacific. During La-Nina the opposite happens. Based on the air temperature analysis, it can be concluded that the Earth generally becomes warmer during El Nino years and relatively colder during La Nina years. ENSO has impacts on regional climates globally and in various sectors like agricultural productivity & disaster management. Hence, it becomes necessary to study its influence on climate variables to make informed decisions.
 </div>
 
 ---
-The full micropublication will be shared here at the end of March 2024.
+For the full micropublication:
+https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11201102
+___
+For the presentation on **Impacts of ENSO on climate variables in the Pacific region:**
+
+
+[![Presentation image](https://img.youtube.com/vi/VkbldtZCzfA/0.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkbldtZCzfA)
diff --git a/scholar-outputs/2023/project12.md b/scholar-outputs/2023/project12.md
@@ -1,10 +1,12 @@
-# Understanding historical and future impacts of El Niño on climate and food production in Colombia and Indonesia
+# Understanding the historical and future impacts of ENSO on climate and coffee production in Colombia and Indonesia
 
 Team "Protoceratops_Jitterbug_Vivace"
 
  **Elisa Nóbrega Passos**, **Lakhvinder Kaur**, **Ninibeth Gibelli Sarmiento Herrera**
 
-Mentor: **Muhammed Muhshif Karadan**
+Mentor and reviewer: **Muhammed Muhshif Karadan**
+
+Reviewer: **Lina C. Pérez-Angel**
 
 ```{figure} team-photos/team_project12.jpeg
 ---
@@ -32,4 +34,11 @@ In this agro-poetic refrain, lessons unfurl,<br>
 A dance with nature, a resilient swirl.<br>
 
 ---
-The full micropublication will be shared here at the end of March 2024.
+For the full micropublication:
+https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10987575
+___
+
+For the presentation on **Understanding the historical and future impacts of ENSO on climate and coffee production in Colombia and Indonesia:**
+
+
+[![Presentation image](https://img.youtube.com/vi/fR_JKVHHoAE/0.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fR_JKVHHoAE)
diff --git a/scholar-outputs/2023/project13.md b/scholar-outputs/2023/project13.md
@@ -1,14 +1,23 @@
-# Understanding Land Cover Change in a Tropical Region due to Rapid Agricultural Increase: Interactions with Environmental and Socioeconomic Factors
+# Exploring land cover change interactions with environmental and socioeconomic factors in a tropical region due to rapid agricultural increase
 
 Team "Beipiaosaurus moonwalk"
 
 **Sofia Corradi Oliveira**, **Andrés Fernando Figueroa Curo**, **Magnolia Song**, **Manojna Polisetty**, **Daniela Velásquez**, **Maryann Alessandra Alata Chambilla**
 
 Mentor: **Oz Kira**
 
+Reviewer: **Jorge M. Uuh Sonda**
+
 <div style="text-align: justify">
-Mato Grosso, a vital part of the Amazonian Rainforest, has experienced a considerable human impact, primarily driven by agricultural and livestock expansion. The region, which once covered almost 50% with forests, has now dwindled to approximately 35%, largely due to deforestation linked to economic growth. Our study, utilizing MODIS satellite and economic data, revealed concerning trends, including an 8% reduction in forested areas and a simultaneous 6% increase in soy-planted areas and grasslands between 2001 and 2021. Correlation analyses exposed negative associations between forested areas and both environmental (Net Primary Productivity - NPP, Land Surface Temperature - LST, albedo) and socioeconomic (Gross Domestic Product - GDP, population) variables, emphasizing a direct link between economic development and deforestation. Notably, the strong correlation between 'soy-planted area' and GDP/population highlights the significant role of agricultural expansion, often tied to deforestation, in regional economic growth. Additionally, the connection between the rise in LST and significant correlations between NPP and economic variables underscores the intricate relationship between land-use changes, environmental factors, and socio-economic development in Mato Grosso. This study can be useful for decision-makers, fostering awareness and guiding the creation of a mindful approach to reduce expansive agriculture, ultimately contributing to conservation efforts in the Amazonia region.
+Mato Grosso, a vital part of the Amazonian Rainforest, has experienced a considerable human impact, primarily driven by agricultural expansion. The region, which once covered almost 50% with forests, has now dwindled to approximately 35%, largely due to deforestation linked to economic growth. Our study, utilizing MODIS satellite data and economic variables, revealed concerning trends, including a 7% reduction in forested areas and a simultaneous increase in croplands and grasslands between 2001 and 2021. Correlation analyses exposed negative associations between forested areas and both environmental (Net Primary Productivity - NPP, Land Surface Temperature - LST, albedo) and socioeconomic (Gross Domestic Product - GDP, population) variables, emphasizing a direct link between economic development and deforestation. Notably, the strong correlation between ‘soy-planted area’ and GDP/population highlights the significant role of agricultural expansion, often tied to deforestation, in regional economic growth. Additionally, the connection between the rise in LST and significant correlations between NPP and economic variables underscores the intricate relationship between land cover changes, environmental factors, and socio-economic development in Mato Grosso. This study can be useful for decision-makers, fostering awareness and guiding the creation of a mindful approach to reduce expansive agriculture, ultimately contributing to conservation efforts in the Amazonia region.
 </div>
 
+
 ---
-The full micropublication will be shared here at the end of March 2024.
+For the full micropublication:
+https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11002004
+___
+
+For the presentation on **Exploring land cover change interactions with environmental and socioeconomic factors in a tropical region due to rapid agricultural increase:**
+
+[![Presentation image](https://img.youtube.com/vi/Mjw4j0LdTps/0.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mjw4j0LdTps)
diff --git a/scholar-outputs/2023/project14.md b/scholar-outputs/2023/project14.md
@@ -1,10 +1,10 @@
-# Wildfires in Angola: Correlation of vegetation and meteorological variables with wildfire intensity
+# Largest wildfires in Angola: Correlation of vegetation and meteorological variables with wildfire intensity
 
 Team "Jintasaurus Skip Energico"
 
 **Agnessa Karapetian**, **Kamil Vlcek**, **Carolina Temporão Marques Filipe**, **Hatice Busragokbunar**, **Sedem Buabassah**
 
-Mentor: **Brittany Engle**
+Mentor and reviewer: **Brittany Engle**
 
 ```{figure} project14_summary.png
 ---
@@ -13,4 +13,9 @@ width: 100%
 A graphical summary of the project
 ```
 ---
-The full micropublication will be shared here at the end of March 2024.
+For the full micropublication:
+https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11073190
+___
+For the presentation on **Largest wildfires in Angola: Correlation of vegetation and meteorological variables with wildfire intensity:**
+
+[![Presentation image](https://img.youtube.com/vi/KJkgIhMwrvc/0.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJkgIhMwrvc)
diff --git a/scholar-outputs/2023/project2.md b/scholar-outputs/2023/project2.md
@@ -1,11 +1,13 @@
-# Observing ECCO Model vs Tidal Gauges around Hurricane Maria
+# Observing ECCO model vs tide gauges affected by Hurricane Maria
 
 Team "Rajasaurus Baris"
 
 **Franck Porteous**, **Hannah Krohn**, **Faith Hunja**
 
 Mentor: **Fabrizio Falasca**
 
+Reviewer: **Adolfo Lugo**
+
 In the tempest of climate's exchange,<br>
 Hurricane surges pose challenges, strange.<br>
 As the storms dance with glee,<br>
@@ -67,4 +69,11 @@ And hurricane's squall,<br>
 Prediction's key for the future's insight.<br>
 
 ---
-The full micropublication will be shared here at the end of March 2024.
+For the full micropublication:
+https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12611241
+___
+For the presentation on **Observing ECCO model vs tide gauges affected by Hurricane Maria:**
+
+[![Presentation image](https://img.youtube.com/vi/_mT-hI692f8/0.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mT-hI692f8)
+
+
diff --git a/scholar-outputs/2023/project3.md b/scholar-outputs/2023/project3.md
@@ -1,14 +1,21 @@
-# Assessing Spatio-Temporal Precipitation Variability and Extreme Events in India
+# Assessing spatio-temporal precipitation variability and extreme events in India
 
 Team "Monsoon Blues"
 
 **Stefy Thomas**, **Khushi Dani**, **Sattiki Ganguly**, **Pandurang Choudhari**
 
-Mentor: **Risa Madoff**
+With contributions from **Sintayehu Fetene Demessie**
+
+Mentor and reviewer: **Risa Madoff**
 
 <div style="text-align: justify">
 The following project is a study on <b>“Assessing Spatio-Temporal Precipitation Variability and Extreme Events in India”</b> which highlights the critical need to understand fluctuations in extreme precipitation events due to anthropogenic climate change across various regions and across time within India. Through the study we aim to understand the degree and the number of extreme precipitation events. We have utilized the Mann-Kendall trend line to visualize the trends, indicating a positive trend for both spatial and temporal variability.The study informs flood risk preparation, water management, and climate policies, all of which contribute to the ongoing discussion of the effects of climate change. In conclusion, the statistical significance of our findings suggest that further research is needed that could help with developing early warning systems, infrastructure development and overall policy making to anticipate and thwart the effects of extreme precipitation.
 </div>
 
 ---
-The full micropublication will be shared here at the end of March 2024.
+For the full micropublication:
+https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11077309
+___
+For the presentation on **Assessing spatio-temporal precipitation variability and extreme events in India:**
+
+[![Presentation image](https://img.youtube.com/vi/csPZujmCpz4/0.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csPZujmCpz4)