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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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Feb 10, 2020

MARCH 1st: Applications Due for CCST’s Science & Technology Policy Fellowship in Sacramento
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CCST is seeking PhD scientists and engineers for a year of public service and government leadership training in the California ...
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Jan 16, 2020

CCST introduces expanded class of 2020 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows, now placed in the Legislative and Executive Branch
Meet Our 2020 CCST Science Fellows
Interested in becoming a CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow? CCST is currently accepting applications for the 2021 class year ...
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Dec 12, 2019

From Microbiome to Life in Sacramento: Q&A with Fellows Alumna Pajau Vangay, PhD
Q&A: From Microbiome to Life in Sacramento with Pajau Vangay, PhD (2019)
Left: Pajau Vangay in graduate school at the University of Minnesota with her advisor Dan Knights, Associate Professor, College of ...
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Dec 2, 2019

Now Open: Applications for CCST’s Science & Technology Policy Fellowship in Sacramento
The CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship application is now open.
CCST is seeking PhD scientists and engineers for a year of public service and government leadership training in the California ...
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Oct 23, 2019

An Astrophysicist in the Legislature
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About Sydney Sydney Chamberlin is a 2019 CCST Science Fellow. Sydney received a PhD in Physics from the University of ...
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Sep 30, 2019

VIDEO: CCST Science Fellows Program Webinar 2019
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Have questions about the CCST Science and Technology Policy Fellowship? Watch the recent webinar with current CCST Science Fellows and ...
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Sep 10, 2019

CCST to Host Webinar with Current Science Fellows & Alumni for Fellowship Discussion
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REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR Thursday 9/26 12pm - 1pm PDT Please join CCST for this informational webinar about the CCST ...
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Jul 17, 2019

California Wildfires: Lessons from Field Work in Baja California, Mexico
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Teresa Feo, PhD The 2017 and 2018 wildfire seasons in California were the most destructive on record raising a number ...
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Feb 15, 2019

Update: Deadline Extended – CCST Seeks Outside Expertise to Evaluate Fellowship Program
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California Council on Science & Technology looking for outside expertise to evaluate the impact of the CCST Science Fellows Program ...
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Jan 29, 2019

CCST Welcomes the 2019 Science Fellows
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Ten PhD scientists have taken the leap from the lab bench, field station, and computer desk to explore a year ...
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Jan 28, 2019

Farewell to the 2018 CCST Science Fellows
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2018 CCST Science Fellow Jeffery Song A common question posed to CCST Science Fellows outside of the Legislature is “What ...
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Nov 30, 2018

Now Open: Applications for CCST’s Science & Technology Policy Fellowship in Sacramento
Fellows Class 2018
CCST is seeking PhD scientists and engineers for a year of public service and government leadership training in the California ...
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Sep 28, 2018

Interested in #SciPol? Attend Our Webinar for Prospective CCST Science Fellows, Oct. 22nd
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Update: Audio of webinar now available here. Are you a scientist or engineer seeking career training in the public policy realm? Want ...
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Sep 5, 2018

CCST Science Fellows in Training: Making the Transition from Science to Policy
Teresa Feo, PhD Teresa Feo, PhD,is a member of the 2018 Class of CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows. Feo ...
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Jul 20, 2018

From Ecology to Science Policy: Learn About the CCST Science Fellows Program at #ESA2018 This August
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With the fifth largest economy in the world and nearly 40 million residents, California’s policies often have rippling effects far ...
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Jul 17, 2018

Calling California Grad Students and Postdocs: Apply for the CCST Climate Science Translators Showcase!
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. | CONTACT: Ben Landis, [email protected] | Download This Announcement (PDF) CCST is excited to seek scientists and engineers ...
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May 25, 2018

CCST Science Fellows in Training: Finding My Place in the Diverse Dynamism of California Policy
The 2018 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows tour the California State Capitol rotunda during their "policy boot camp" training month in November 2017.
Dylan Chapple, PhD Dylan Chapple, PhD, is a member of the 2018 Class of CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows. ...
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Apr 19, 2018

CCST Science Fellows are Effective Model for Bringing Science to State Government, Says Science Magazine Editorial
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship program was hailed as a strong and effective model for bringing sorely ...
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Mar 28, 2018

CCST Science Fellows in Training: Taking First Steps
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Amy I. Gilson, PhD Amy Gilson, PhD, is a member of the 2018 Class of CCST Science & Technology Policy ...
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Mar 9, 2018

CCST Founding Champions Pen PNAS Piece on “How to Bring Science and Technology Expertise to State Governments”
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The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and CCST are helping other U.S. states establish their own state-level science policy fellowships, ...
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