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Making California's policies stronger w/ science & technology since 1988. Nonpartisan, nonprofit. Est. via California State Legislature. Training @CCSTFellows.

[CCST @CCSTorg]

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.

🔗Learn more: https://t.co/Zjr1TTUHLS

[CCST @CCSTorg]

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.

🔗 https://t.co/etZU7cxCEJ

[CCST @CCSTorg]

@theNASEM is seeking experts to participate in a study on monitoring and modeling to support long-term operations of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project. To be considered, please submit your nomination by May 22, 2026.
Learn more: https://t.co/PeSVd6qMSo

[CCST @CCSTorg]

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."

[Berkeley Lab @BerkeleyLab]

“I am honored to serve as director of Berkeley Lab, an institution that has long stood at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation.” – Kathy Yelick

@UofCalifornia @ENERGY https://t.co/gkPBTSOsCy

[CCST @CCSTorg]

🌎Happy 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. 🔗https://t.co/MPU4E1pMUL

#EarthDay #ClimateResilience #CaliforniaPolicy #Science

[CCST @CCSTorg]

⭐ Thank you to Peter Cowhey for nearly 20 years of dedicated service on the CCST board including eight years serving as Board Chair.

🔗Read Peter's message: https://t.co/UgZmyqtDOs

[Gov. Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation @Cal_LCI]

🌍 Earth Month began in the 1970s as a call to protect the planet we all share—and 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.

🫶🏽Protecting the Earth is protecting humanity.
🌸Protecting the Earth is protecting wildlife.
💚Protecting the Earth is celebrating it.

🌏Looking to take action this Earth Month? Get involved:

✔️ @CalNatResources Speaker Series: California’s Water Future @CA_DWR
🗓 April 8 | ⏰ 12–1 p.m.
🔗 Register here: https://t.co/nlOUSZJhO9

✔️ California Climate Action Corps Volunteer Events @CalVolunteers
Join events happening across the state all month long: https://t.co/CekVCBe3uh

✔️ Sustainable Living Tips with @CalRecycle
Learn how to reduce food waste and live greener: https://t.co/GGWDKWa6KT

✔️@CaliforniaEPA Earth Month Hub
Learn about CalEPA and access resources for Earth Month: https://t.co/RAPUjSPy7p

Together, our actions—big or small—can create lasting impact.

#EarthMonth #ClimateAction #SustainableCalifornia

[CCST @CCSTorg]

🚀One 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: https://t.co/13Wb07I9Gx

[CCST @CCSTorg]

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: https://t.co/aQ8dDn8dAz

[CCST @CCSTorg]

Our biggest week of the year has come to a close! CCST’s 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.

📸 https://t.co/Cuj5Rhskzh

[CCST @CCSTorg]

As we wrap up CCST’s 9th Science & Technology Week at the Capitol, new Board Chair Dr. Andy McIlroy shares a message on California’s future as a global leader in science & technology—and the importance of evidence-based policy.

Read more: https://t.co/0ROUQqmuay

[CCST @CCSTorg]

🎉We 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: https://t.co/We3afTddV0

#board #Engineering #Technology #experts #PublicHealth #research #Policy

[CCST @CCSTorg]

🌟 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.

🔗 https://t.co/t13KA3nQI2

[CCST @CCSTorg]

⭐You’re invited to our Science and Technology week “Blue Sky Panel - Quantum Innovation in CA: The State of the Sector”!⭐️
Thursday, March 5th, from 12:00pm - 1:20pm at the Stanley Mosk Library and Courts Building, 914 Capitol Mall.
Register today: https://t.co/mkRohCYz96

[CCST @CCSTorg]

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.

[CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship @CCSTFellows]

🚨Deadline Extended! We’re 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: https://t.co/35INyVsrLz

#scipol #phd #phdjobs #sciencejobs #stemjobs #sciencepolicy

[CCST @CCSTorg]

This #BHM, we’re 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.

[CCST @CCSTorg]

🚀Registration is open! We're getting excited for our CCST Science & Technology Week lineup. Register online: https://t.co/vsSGPU6sRP
#science #technology #policy #SandT

[CCST @CCSTorg]

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.

[CCST @CCSTorg]

🎉Welcome 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 CCST’s mission. We’re thrilled to have her on board!👏 https://t.co/9VFwoapnhM