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Science & Technology Week 2024
HELD MONDAY
February 5th
![AI Panel Collage 1280 A collage of three images showing Secretary Tong, the panel, and Secretary Crowfoot speaking.](https://ccst.us/wp-content/uploads/AI-Panel-Collage-1280.jpg)
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for a Resilient California
Experts to explore the untapped potential of AI technology to mitigate the impact of disasters, particularly in the context of California’s unique challenges and the escalating impacts of climate change.
HELD TUESDAY
February 6th
![2024 Science in Public Service A graphic with the three photos of the recipients in thirds and a lower third with CCST's logo and the award title.](https://ccst.us/wp-content/uploads/2024-Science-in-Public-Service.jpg)
Reception & Leadership Awards Ceremony
Celebrating 15 years of CCST S&T Policy Fellows, and the 35+ years of partnership delivering science to policymakers, through the Fellowship, Expert Briefings, workshops, and peer-reviewed reports.
HELD WEDNESDAY
February 7th
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CCST Science Translators Showcase
Graduate students and postdocs in California explain their research to legislative staffers, agency managers, and senior policy leaders during this fun networking event.
HELD THURSDAY
February 8th
![Smoke Reslience Briefing 1280 A photo of the five panelists sitting at the dais of a Capitol hearing room.](https://ccst.us/wp-content/uploads/Smoke-Reslience-Briefing-1280.jpg)
Pathways for a More Smoke-Resilient California
Experts from public, civil, and private institutions discuss the linkages between forest health management and the public health impacts of wildfire smoke.
About S&T Week
We invite you to join us this February for CCST Science & Technology Week — and help us celebrate the role of science in guiding the future of California's economy, society, and environment!
As a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization established via the California State Legislature — CCST has been making California’s policies stronger with science and technology since 1988. We 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.
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