Making California's policies stronger w/ science & technology since 1988. Nonpartisan, nonprofit. Est. via California State Legislature. Training @CCSTFellows.
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Phase 1 of CCST's Legislative Staff Academy on AI wrapped in March. CA's AI policies shape the world. Legislative staff deserve direct access to the experts building these systems. Phase 2 launches fall 2026.
đLearn more: ccst.us/at-ccst-academy-caliâŚ
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CA's national labs have made some of the biggest breakthroughs of our time: fusion energy, quantum computing, climate data, and the Artemis mission.
CCST's 2025 Impact Report shows how that expertise connects to CA policymakers and communities.
đ bit.ly/4bidemR
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Warm congratulations to Kathy Yelick on her appointment as Director of @BerkeleyLab! In the words of CCST CEO Julianne McCall, "The UC Regents couldn't have selected a better leader to step into that significant role."
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âI am honored to serve as director of Berkeley Lab, an institution that has long stood at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation.â â Kathy Yelick
@UofCalifornia @ENERGY newscenter.lbl.gov/2026/05/0âŚ
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đHappy Earth Day!
CCST remains committed to connecting California's policymakers with the world's leading research institutions because science-informed decisions build a more resilient state. đccst.us/publications-projectâŚ
#EarthDay #ClimateResilience #CaliforniaPolicy #Science
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â Thank you to Peter Cowhey for nearly 20 years of dedicated service on the CCST board including eight years serving as Board Chair.
đRead Peter's message: bit.ly/3NShmAZ
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CCST retweeted
đ Earth Month began in the 1970s as a call to protect the planet we all shareâand that call is just as urgent today.
From our diverse landscapes and oceans to the millions of species we coexist with, Earth is the only planet that can support life as we know it. With over 8 billion people and countless ecosystems to sustain, this month invites us to reflect on our impact and explore solutions for a more sustainable future.
đŤśđ˝Protecting the Earth is protecting humanity.
đ¸Protecting the Earth is protecting wildlife.
đProtecting the Earth is celebrating it.
đLooking to take action this Earth Month? Get involved:
âď¸ @CalNatResources Speaker Series: Californiaâs Water Future @CA_DWR
đ April 8 | â° 12â1 p.m.
đ Register here: resources.ca.gov/About-Us/SeâŚ
âď¸ California Climate Action Corps Volunteer Events @CalVolunteers
Join events happening across the state all month long: californiavolunteers.ca.gov/âŚ
âď¸ Sustainable Living Tips with @CalRecycle
Learn how to reduce food waste and live greener: calrecycle.ca.gov/organics/fâŚ
âď¸@CaliforniaEPA Earth Month Hub
Learn about CalEPA and access resources for Earth Month: calepa.ca.gov/calepa-earth-dâŚ
Together, our actionsâbig or smallâcan create lasting impact.
#EarthMonth #ClimateAction #SustainableCalifornia
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đOne small step. Today, the Artemis II moon mission launches from the Kennedy Space Center marking the first time humans will see the Moon up close with their own eyes in over 50 years.
Learn more about amazing work done by @NASAAmes and their partners: siliconvalley.com/2026/03/31âŚ
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Happy #WomensHistoryMonth! CCST is grateful and proud of its past and present female leadership. This month, we highlight a conversation with former CCST Director Dr. Susan Hackwood.
Read the full interview here: ccst.us/womens-history-monthâŚ
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Our biggest week of the year has come to a close! CCSTâs 9th annual S&T Week brought together leaders in policy, science and technology, philanthropy, our partner network, and the Capitol community to discuss some of California's greatest challenges.
đ¸ ccst.us/ccst-science-technolâŚ
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As we wrap up CCSTâs 9th Science & Technology Week at the Capitol, new Board Chair Dr. Andy McIlroy shares a message on Californiaâs future as a global leader in science & technologyâand the importance of evidence-based policy.
Read more: ccst.us/a-message-from-ccstsâŚ
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đWe are proud to welcome Bruce B. Darling, Harvey Fineberg, Glenn Fox, William Jeffery, and Bill Tong to the CCST Board of Directors!
Read the full announcement: ccst.us/five-distinguished-lâŚ
#board #Engineering #Technology #experts #PublicHealth #research #Policy
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đ Announcing the 2026 CCST Leadership Awards for Science in Public Service! We're thrilled to recognize Senator @jerrymcnerney, Assemblymember @AsmGreggHart, and Director of GO-Biz @deemyers.
đ ccst.us/announcing-the-2026-âŚ
ALT Graphic of 2026 Science in Public Policy Award recipients including their headshots, names, and titles.
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âYouâre invited to our Science and Technology week âBlue Sky Panel - Quantum Innovation in CA: The State of the Sectorâ!âď¸
Thursday, March 5th, from 12:00pm - 1:20pm at the Stanley Mosk Library and Courts Building, 914 Capitol Mall.
Register today: lnkd.in/gREJScx4
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We're proud to celebrate CCST Science Fellows Alum Dr. Debra Cooper this #BlackHistoryMonth. In her role as Assistant Secretary for @Cal_HHS, Debra is committed to fostering a diverse agency that serves all Californias.
ALT Black History Month graphic including Debra Cooperâs name, title, and a quote over a blue background of the Sacramento Capitol and featuring Debraâs headshot on the right side of the graphic.
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CCST retweeted
đ¨Deadline Extended! Weâre still #hiring up to 15 positions for the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship! You now have until March 10.
Start (or finish) your application today: ccst.us/ccst-science-fellowsâŚ
#scipol #phd #phdjobs #sciencejobs #stemjobs #sciencepolicy
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This #BHM, weâre proud to spotlight CCST Science Fellows Alum Dr. Le Ondra Clark Harvey. As the CEO of the @CBHA_Updates and the Executive Director of the California Access Coalition, Le Ondra uses her expertise to advocate for some of California's most vulnerable populations.
ALT Black History Month graphic including Le Ondra Clark Harveyâs name, title, and a quote over a blue background of the Sacramento Capitol and featuring Le Ondraâs headshot on the right side of the graphic.
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đRegistration is open! We're getting excited for our CCST Science & Technology Week lineup. Register online: ccst.us/stweek/register/
#science #technology #policy #SandT
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We're proud to recognize CCST Board Member Dr. Aisha Lowe during #BlackHistoryMonth. In her role as Associate Vice Chancellor of Planning, Research, and Institutional Effectiveness for @LosRiosColleges, she's passionate about improving education for all students and communities.
ALT Black History Month graphic including Aisha Lowe's name, title, and a quote over a blue background of the Sacramento Capitol and featuring Aisha's headshot on the right side of the graphic.
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đWelcome Judith White to the CCST team!
Judith joins as Executive Assistant, providing direct support to the CEO and partnering with board members and senior leadership to help advance CCSTâs mission. Weâre thrilled to have her on board!đ ccst.us/people/staff/judith-âŚ
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CCST retweeted
Great discussion at @citrisnewsâ UC Student & Policy Center with @UCBerkeley and @ucdavis on California AI policy and how independent commissions shape governance. LHC Project Manager Daniel Harris-McCoy joined @CCSTorg CEO Julianne McCall, moderated by David Harris.
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