CCST S&T Policy Fellow
Nicholas Santiago
Nicholas Santiago
Placement: California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment
Ohio raised, California reborn, Nicholas studied the role of environmental toxicants in contributing to neurological disease development. He additionally is passionate about improving STEM education, mentorship, and mental health initiatives. Nicholas earned a PhD in Environmental Health and Toxicology from UC Santa Cruz and a BS in Biology and Society, Neurobiology and Behavior Concentration, from Cornell University.
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.
