This #BigDayofGiving, support CCST’s work connecting CA's policymakers with science & technology experts who can help drive evidence-based, innovative solutions. 🌎 Diverse perspectives. 🧠 Informed policy. 💥 Real impact. Join us: bigdayofgiving.org/donate/cc…
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Policy is #StrongerWithScience! If you’re at #AAASmtg stop by CCST’s booth (#516) to connect with staff and Science Fellows alumni. @aaas @AAASmeetings
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Tired of clumpy shakes, bloating, and messy scoops? Switch to Jiggly gummies for an easy, tasty, and effective way to fuel your strength. Here’s why:
✅ Better absorption – No need to chug water. Gummies break down efficiently for quicker results.
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3️⃣ Hydrated HIIT Sprints – Sprint intervals boost cardio & leg strength, while creatine and proper hydration help you push through extra reps.
Pop 2-3 gummies, fired up, and level up your workouts. 💪🔥
#Jiggly #StrongerWithScience #Fitness #Supplements #Creatine #Exercise
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Thank you @SMUD_MOSAC for hosting CCST for a fun and curiosity-driven Professional Development Day! Our team had a blast touring, playing, building, and taking in a planetarium show. 🌎✨ 🪐#StrongerWithScience
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Wow! Congratulations and welcome to CCST’s next CEO (and a 2017 @CCSTfellows alum) @JMcCall_PhD!
#SciPol #CAleg #Sacramento #StrongerWithScience
🚀 Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce Julianne McCall, PhD, as our next CEO, starting Sept. 1. With a track record of leadership and innovation, Julianne is set to lead us into a bright future. Join us in welcoming her to the team! 🎉 #NewCEO
ccst.us/julianne-mccall-phd-…
ALT A graphic with a dark blue border that includes a headshot of Julianne McCall smiling in business attire with a portrait crop and a light brown background, and text in blue font saying "Meet Our Next CEO: Julianne McCall, PhD" with CCST's logo on a white background.
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🎉 Congratulations Dr. @DrTepring, PhD, a 2013 CCST S&T Policy Fellow alum!
#Leadership #SciPol #StrongerWithScience
As part of NSPN's exciting and ongoing growth as an organization, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Tepring Piquado as NSPN's first Executive Director!
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Piquado to NSPN, and read more about her and this new role on our blog: ow.ly/giHr50R2Rcw
ALT Welcome to our first Executive Director. Dr. Tepring Piquado. Executive Director. National Science Policy Network.
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The robust, monthlong training program prepares @CCSTFellows for their placements in the Legislature or Executive Branch, providing:
🧑🏽💼 Professional Development
📖 California's History
📜 Legislative Process
🫱🏽🫲🏼 Networking Mentorship
#SciPol #Scicomm #StrongerWithScience
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It's a gorgeous day in #Sacramento as we welcome the 2024 class of @CCSTFellows for day 1️⃣ of their policy training.
🌠 Follow us for updates on their training & placement experience!
#SciPol #StrongerWithScience #15YearsofFellows
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👏 Please join us in bidding farewell to the 2023 class of @CCSTFellows. These 1⃣4⃣ PhD scientists jumped from lab to legislature, from science to State Agencies, all to make California's policies #StrongerWithScience. We can't wait to see what they do next!
#SciPol #CAleg
ALT A group photo of the 2023 fellows on the right in front of the California State Capitol, and a blue background graphic on the left with text in orange and white saying "Thank you & Farwell 2023 Fellows."
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Huge congratulations to the amazing fellows we were able to honor today for their critical work in the legislature this year. Shout out to Dr. Sam Mahanes, who provided phenomenal analysis to our Utility and Energy Committee. Can’t wait to see what’s next for this amazing crew.
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📸 GALLERY: This week, the 2023 CCST S&T Policy Fellows were recognized by California State Senators and Assemblymembers for their contributions toward making California's policies #StrongerWithScience.
ALT A group of legislative staff sitting on the indoor stairs of the California State Capitol holding two framed Senate recognitions with visible black and white checkerboard floor.
ALT Three Assembly CCST Fellows holding their framed recognitions in the California State Capitol hallway.
ALT A collage of four photos taken in the California State Assembly chamber during the floor recognition of the 2023 CCST S&T Policy Fellows.
ALT A collage of four photos taken in the California State Senate chamber during the floor recognition of the 2023 CCST S&T Policy Fellows.
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NEW: 2023 @CCSTFellows Ope Oyewole, PhD (@OpeOyewole) discusses a common thread throughout her career from #science to #SciPol: a sense of community. Ope is placed with @CDInews.
Read:
ccst.us/embracing-a-sense-of…
#StrongerWithScience @SciPolNetwork
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Congratulations to 2023 CCST S&T Policy Fellow @OpeOyewole for her continued leadership in onboarding and to all of the newly elected @SciPolNetwork leaders!
#Leadership #StrongerWithScience
We are excited to announce our newly elected leaders for 2023-24! These leaders will organize events, projects, and other opportunities for the next year.
Visit our blog to meet the team and learn how they spend their time outside of science and policy: ow.ly/uaSe50PvqgR
ALT Headshots of 12 people who will serve as Membership Chairs, Development Chairs, and Committee Chairs for the National Science Policy Network from 2023 to 2024.
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🎉 This is BIG news! Thank you California for your steadfast support and commitment over the years to making our policies #StrongerWithScience.
#CAleg
California just made a historic move to ensure that science and technology advice will continue to be accessible to policymakers for years to come.
Hear from @NancySkinnerCA, @MsLianeRan, @MooreFound, @AmberJMace, on value of @CCSTFellows.
Read:
ccst.us/ccst-science-technol…
#CAleg
ALT Photo of the 2023 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows standing in front of the California State Capitol.
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📣 CCST's 2022 Annual Report is available now!
From the impacts of wildfire to lessons in pandemic response, last year was a remarkable time of progress toward a disaster resilient CA. Learn more about how CCST is making policy #strongerwithscience. ccst.us/ccst-annual-report-2…
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Applications due this Friday! #StrongerWithScience
There is 1⃣ WEEK left to apply for the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship.
That's plenty of time to:
☑️ Check on your references
☑️ Read your personal statement one last time
✅ Submit your application
😎 Relax.
Learn more:
ccst.us/ccst-science-fellows…
#SciPol #SciPolJobs
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✨Looking back on 35 years of making CA policy #StrongerWithScience: #SteveArditti is one of CCST's architects. He also helped launch the
@UCCenterSac & @CHBRP_at_UC, along with many successful policy careers – all in service of #HigherEducation that benefits all. @AmberJMace
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Want to use your #PhD skills to make an impact on California policy like Elana? Apply to be a @CCSTFellows by March 31st.
Learn about timeline, salary, benefits, and more:
ccst.us/applications-now-ope…
#StrongerWithScience #SciPol #SciPolJobs #SciComm
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Congratulations to our 2023 CCST Science in Public Service Award winners, @AirResources Chair @MsLianeRan and Senator @SenJohnLaird. They were recognized and celebrated at our 35th Anniversary reception.
#CCSTWeek #StrongerWithScience
ALT CCST leadership standing with Liane Randolph and John Laird in front of a CCST logo step and repeat.
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Counting 1⃣, 2⃣, 3⃣ CCST S&T Policy Fellows past and present! Thank you for mentoring and supporting the careers of so many Fellows at @AirResources @MsLianeRan and congratulations on this well deserved recognition from @CCSTorg!
#StrongerWithScience #CCSTweek
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I'm honored to receive CCST's Science in Public Service Award. CARB's work to improve #AirQuality, protect #PublicHealth & fight #ClimateChange is built on a strong foundation of science & evidence-based policy. We are grateful for CCST's work to bring science to policymaking.
ALT Chair Randolph with current and former CCST Fellows
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