CCST S&T Policy Fellow
Ellia La
Ellia La
Placement: California Department of Toxic Substances Control, Office of Legislative and Regulatory Review
Born in South Korea and raised in Silicon Valley, Ellia used light to stabilize anthocyanins—the red, purple, and blue pigments found in strawberries, red cabbage, and other fruits and vegetables. She also studied rural sociology to integrate sociological context into her science. Ellia loves to listen to R&B and Hip Hop while eating a kouign-amann. Ellia earned a PhD in Food Science & Technology from The Ohio State University and a BS in Chemistry and Biochemistry from UC Santa Barbara.
Class of 2024 CCST S&T Policy Fellows
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.
