CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows
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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 14th 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!
Find Out What's New
Oct 23, 2019
An Astrophysicist in the Legislature
Sep 30, 2019
VIDEO: CCST Science Fellows Program Webinar 2019
Sep 10, 2019
CCST to Host Webinar with Current Science Fellows & Alumni for Fellowship Discussion
Jul 17, 2019
California Wildfires: Lessons from Field Work in Baja California, Mexico
Feb 15, 2019
Update: Deadline Extended – CCST Seeks Outside Expertise to Evaluate Fellowship Program
Jan 29, 2019
CCST Welcomes the 2019 Science Fellows
Jan 28, 2019
Farewell to the 2018 CCST Science Fellows
Nov 30, 2018
Now Open: Applications for CCST’s Science & Technology Policy Fellowship in Sacramento
Sep 28, 2018
Interested in #SciPol? Attend Our Webinar for Prospective CCST Science Fellows, Oct. 22nd
Sep 5, 2018
CCST Science Fellows in Training: Making the Transition from Science to Policy
Jul 20, 2018
From Ecology to Science Policy: Learn About the CCST Science Fellows Program at #ESA2018 This August
Jul 17, 2018
Calling California Grad Students and Postdocs: Apply for the CCST Climate Science Translators Showcase!
May 25, 2018
CCST Science Fellows in Training: Finding My Place in the Diverse Dynamism of California Policy
Apr 19, 2018
CCST Science Fellows are Effective Model for Bringing Science to State Government, Says Science Magazine Editorial
Mar 28, 2018
CCST Science Fellows in Training: Taking First Steps
Mar 9, 2018
CCST Founding Champions Pen PNAS Piece on “How to Bring Science and Technology Expertise to State Governments”
Feb 23, 2018
CCST Announces Senator Nancy Skinner as Inaugural Recipient of "Science in Policy Mentorship Award"
Feb 19, 2018
Timely Science Explained Clearly at State Capitol: Feb. 20th “Translators Showcase” to Connect California Grad Students with Members, Staff
Feb 6, 2018
Ten Scientists Go to Sacramento: Welcome Our 2018 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows!
Feb 4, 2018
Talk to CCST Science Fellows at 2018 #AAASmtg in Austin—Then Apply for Program by Feb. 28!
Contact Info
Office:
1100 11th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Mailing:
1017 L St, #438
Sacramento, CA 95814
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Our Mission
To engage leading experts in science and technology to advise State policymakers - ensuring that California policy is strengthened and informed by scientific knowledge, research, and innovation.