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California has one of the largest economies in the world, and so many critical issues facing our state today — water, energy, and public health, just to name a few — require a deep understanding of science.

Few California state decision makers have backgrounds in science, engineering, or technology. Yet, they are asked to make decisions on issues with significant science and technology aspects. To help the California State Legislature and Executive Branch make the most informed decisions for the state’s citizens and resources, CCST established the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows program.

Now in its twelfth year, the CCST S&T Policy Fellows program helps the California State Legislature and Executive Branch access some of the talent and staff they need to make informed decisions. Whether you’re a prospective applicant, an interested funder, a staff member, decision maker, or an advocate, we hope this blog offers you a glimpse into our Fellowship experience, and a deeper appreciation for the valuable resources and programs that CCST strives to provide to California’s policymakers and citizens.

If our Fellowship mission has sparked new ideas and new possibilities in your own vision and mission, we would love to hear from you. Thank you for following us, and we’ll see you here and on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn!

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Mar 16, 2022

Making the Move (Literally): From Science to Science Policy in Sacramento
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  Hannah Frye, PhD, is a 2022 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow placed with the California State Senate Business, ...
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Feb 17, 2022

Alumni Encourage Future Science Policy Talents on Fellowship Celebration Day
Screen shot of photo tweet by CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow alum Meron Tesfaye PhD. She is seen with short hair, an ample scarf, and smiling in front of a California State Senate framed commendation on a wall. It's hashtag CCST week & yesterday was at CCSTFellows Day! My experience as a CCST fellow at CAlegislature has changed the trajectory of my career. It's also hashtag Black History Month   & I'm beyond grateful for all the Black fellows that came before me! hashtag SciPol at Black In Sci Pol at BlackInSciComm
Our annual CCST Science & Technology Weeks (S&T Week) are a celebration of science-informed policymaking in the great state of ...
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Feb 15, 2022

Watch: Science Policy for a More Resilient California: CCST Sessions at the 2022 AAAS Annual Meeting
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The theme for the 2022 AAAS Annual Meeting is "Empower with Evidence". SACRAMENTO, Calif.—From extreme heat to wildfires, California faces ...
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Jan 11, 2022

Introducing the 2022 Class of CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows
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2022 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows   SACRAMENTO, CA—We are excited to introduce the 2022 Class of CCST Science & Technology Policy ...
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Dec 14, 2021

From Fellow to 40 Under 40: Alum Spotlight with Dr. Debra Cooper
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This fall, 2015 CCST S&T Policy Fellow Debra Cooper, PhD, was recognized as a 40 Under 40 honoree by the ...
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Dec 2, 2021

Applications for CCST’s Science & Technology Policy Fellowship in Sacramento, California
The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) is seeking PhD scientists and engineers for a year of public service and ...
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Sep 30, 2021

Watch: CCST Science and Technology Policy Fellowship 2023 Application Webinar Series
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  Fellows Application Webinar Series   SACRAMENTO, CA—Each year, the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows program recruits a cohort of fifteen ...
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Sep 30, 2021

Communicating Science to Policymakers: From the Lab Bench to the Legislature
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Marika Nell is a 2021 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow placed with the Assembly Committee on Environmental Safety & ...
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Jul 28, 2021

Finding Balance: Learning to Let Go of Impossible Standards
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Nichole Holm, PhD, is a 2021 CCST S&T Policy Fellow placed on the Assembly Water, Parks & Wildlife Committee. Nichole’s ...
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Jun 23, 2021

Yes, I Belong Here: How To Recognize The Skills And Value You Bring To The Table
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  Bianca L. Gentil, PhD, is a 2021 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow placed in the Governor’s Office of ...
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Apr 6, 2021

From Oil Spills to Energy Bills: My Path from Science to Policy
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Jane Park is a 2021 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow placed with the Assembly Committee on Utilities & Energy. ...
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Mar 23, 2021

Finding the Right Fit: Taking on Toxic Substances in My Science Policy Placement
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Grant S. Hisao is a 2021 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow placed with the California Department of Toxic Substances ...
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Feb 22, 2021

Update: The 2022 Application Cycle is Now Closed
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Pictured: 2019 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows. See each class of Fellows.   SACRAMENTO, Calif. | CONTACT: Jeffery Song ...
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Feb 16, 2021

Translating Manure Research to Environmental Policy: Q&A with 2021 Fellow Rylie Ellison
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Rylie Ellison is a 2021 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow placed on the Senate Committee on Environmental Quality. Originally ...
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Feb 9, 2021

Top Five Lessons Learned: Delivering a Virtual Fellows Training Program During COVID-19
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Jeffery Song is the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows Program Manager. In this role, he provides end-to-end administration of ...
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Feb 1, 2021

Update: The 2022 Application Cycle is Now Closed
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Pictured: 2019 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows. See each class of Fellows.   SACRAMENTO, Calif. | CONTACT: Jeffery Song ...
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Jan 26, 2021

Introducing the 2021 class of CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows
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The 2021 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows.   SACRAMENTO, CA—We are excited to introduce the 2021 Class of CCST Science & ...
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Jan 19, 2021

Update: The 2022 Application Cycle is Now Closed
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. | CONTACT: Jeffery Song Start your application today. CCST is seeking PhD scientists and engineers for a year ...
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Dec 16, 2020

Asking the Right Questions: Identifying Racial Disparities in Policy and Research
Asking the Right Questions, by Maria Montchal
Maria Montchal is a 2020 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow who was placed in the California State Senate Environmental ...
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Dec 16, 2020

Confronting History: The Racist Myths Behind WWII-Era Chemical Experiments
Confronting History, by Grayson Doucette '20
Grayson Doucette is a 2020 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow who was placed in the California State Senate Committee ...
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