Events

Register: Climate Change and Human Mobility Briefing Series
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Register via Zoom Disasters’ compounding impacts – much of which can be attributed to global climate change – are accelerating risk exposure for all, starting with society’s most vulnerable, under-resourced communities and regions. Moderated by the creator and host of the America Adapts podcast, this kickoff event brings together experts across climate change science, economics, […]
Recap: CCST Science & Technology Week 2025
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CCST’s 8th annual Science & Technology Week (February 3-7, 2025) brought together policy leaders, science and technology experts, CCST champions, and our incredible network of partner institutions to discuss some of the state’s biggest challenges and opportunities. We partnered with the University of California, Office of the President (UCOP) Research & Innovation team for two panel […]
Announcing the 2025 CCST Leadership Awards for Science in Public Service
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SACRAMENTO, Calif.—The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 CCST Leadership Awards for Science in Public Service: Senator Ben Allen, Speaker Robert Rivas, and Secretary Amy Tong. The CCST Science in Public Service Award is given to public servants who have a clear track record of […]
Gallery: CCST Hosts Experts in Sacramento to Discuss California’s Hydrogen Research and Innovation Agenda
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Sacramento, California — On November 18-19, the California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) hosted leading experts across sectors for an intensive two-day workshop to shape the state’s hydrogen priorities, “Aligning California’s Hydrogen Research & Innovation Agenda.” This invitation-only gathering brought together diverse perspectives to brainstorm research needs across the hydrogen value chain – from […]
Register: Science Day 2024 with the California Natural Resources Agency
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CCST and the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) are thrilled to open virtual registration for Science Day 2024 Thursday October 17th. Virtual registration is free and includes two panel discussions with opportunities for Q&A. Register via Zoom to attend one or both panels virtually. Science Day brings together researchers and experts from across CCST’s partner […]
Calling California Grad Students and Postdocs: Apply for CCST’s 2025 Science Translators Showcase
The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) seeks graduate students, postdocs, and early-career faculty in California for the CCST Science Translators Showcase at the California State Capitol, held as part of our 2025 CCST Science & Technology Week. The chosen “Science Translators” will participate in a series of virtual policy and communication trainings from CCST […]
Seeking Hydrogen Experts: Aligning California’s Hydrogen Research and Innovation Agenda
The California Council on Science and Technology is organizing an invite-only workshop to bring together leading experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to shape the future of hydrogen research in California. On November 18 and 19 in Sacramento, participants will engage in dynamic working group sessions, interactive discussions, and collaborative problem-solving to identify and prioritize […]
GALLERY: S&T Week 2024 Reception and Leadership Awards
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The awardees were recognized at CCST’s S&T Week Reception and Leadership Awards Ceremony by members of CCST’s Board of Directors and other leaders from CCST’s Partner Institutions. SACRAMENTO, Calif.—The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) was proud to recognize the recipients of the 2024 CCST Leadership Awards for Science in Public Service: Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia, […]
GALLERY: CCST’s California Science Translators Showcase Returned to S&T Week 2024
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The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) was excited to host the 2024 CCST Science Translators Showcase, held as part of our 2024 Science & Technology Week at the California State Capitol! During this networking event, the chosen Translators (graduate students and postdoctoral researchers) discussed their research with elected members, legislative staffers, agency managers, and senior policy […]
Watch: Pathways for a More Smoke-Resilient California
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California’s future is expected to be more smoky as wildland fires become more common. Beneficial wildland fires can improve forest health and reduce the risk of destructive fires, but exposure to fire smoke adversely impacts human health. This CCST Expert Briefing will explores opportunities to build more robust connections between forest management and public health […]
Watch: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for a Resilient California
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Serving as the kickoff event to CCST Science and Technology Week 2024, this “Blue Sky” panel brings together a diverse group of experts to explore the untapped potential of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to mitigate the impact of disasters, particularly in the context of California’s unique challenges and the escalating impacts of climate change. Together, […]
Watch: All About the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship
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  WATCH All About the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship Informational Webinar and Live Q&A with Alumni Are you exploring career options where you can use your PhD to have a real world policy impact? Watch this webinar to learn more about the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship, where PhD scientists, social scientists, […]
In-Person: Key Challenges for California’s Energy Future
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MON. JAN. 22 | 11AM PT | LOB 100 Key Challenges for California’s Energy Future Presentation and Q&A with the Steering Committee Register to Attend Join the California Council on Science and Technology for an upcoming briefing on our Energy Primer, Key Challenges for California’s Energy Future, presented in partnership with the California Latino Capitol […]
Watch: Lithium Extraction from Geothermal Brine
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Lithium Extraction from Geothermal Brine Lithium is a key component of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and is considered critical for the clean energy transition. Watch this CCST Expert Briefing, a follow up to our recent briefing on the Lithium Supply Chain, where the panel discusses the technology required to filter lithium out of geothermal brines, the […]
Watch: Lithium Supply Chains – Charging Our Future with Sustainable Sources
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Lithium Supply Chains: Charging Our Future with Sustainable Sources The degree to which the U.S. lithium battery supply chain relies on foreign imports poses a threat to U.S. national and economic security. California’s efforts to support lithium extraction from geothermal facilities and attract other steps of this supply chain is one piece of a broader […]
Update: Application closed – Calling California Grad Students and Postdocs: Apply for CCST’s Science Translators Showcase
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Update (11/13/2023): The application for the 2024 CCST Science Translators Showcase is now closed. Please join us for the event and sign up to hear about future opportunities and events from CCST. SACRAMENTO, Calif.—The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) is excited to seek graduate students, postdocs, and early-career faculty in California for the […]
Watch: The Human Health Benefits of Improving Forest Health in California
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Watch: The Human Health Benefits of Improving Forest Health in California Download the Full Report (PDF)  |  Download the One Pager (PDF)  |  View the Slide Deck (PDF) With health impacts from wildfire smoke estimated to be one of the largest costs of wildfires, a new study from CCST and Blue Forest shows that improving […]
Watch: The Role of Agrivoltaics in California’s Water-Energy-Food Nexus
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Agrivoltaics is the co-location of solar panels on agricultural lands that results in the co-production of agricultural products and electricity. Globally, it is a growing area of research that has the potential to address challenges in the water-energy-food nexus. In the US, there has been a recent expansion of research into the compatibility of various […]
Watch: Training Tomorrow’s Cybersecurity Workforce
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  Training Tomorrow’s Cybersecurity Workforce The cybersecurity workforce is facing a shortage of trained professionals as we become more computer, data-driven, and network-based society. How can we prepare California’s workforce for the cybersecurity and IT labor market needs of the future? Join us for a CCST Expert Briefing as we discuss opportunities and challenges of […]
CCST Hosts Workshops, Fellowship Booth at AAAS Annual Meeting in Washington DC
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Washington, DC—The California Council on Science and Technology is attending the 2023 AAAS Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, themed around “Science for Humanity.” Returning in person this year, CCST coordinated two workshops, a scientific session, and an exhibitor booth for the CCST S&T Policy Fellowship in partnership with other state science policy fellowship programs. CCST has […]
WATCH: CCST Science Day Symposium at the California Natural Resources Agency
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SACRAMENTO, Calif.—At CCST’s Science Day symposium, CCST and the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) bring California’s natural resource policymakers and researchers together to proactively bridge emerging research activity and State policy needs. This event provides an opportunity to forge new collaborations between academic and state partners. Facing an ever-growing set of natural resource challenges, California […]