A nonpartisan program centered on addressing among the best challenges confronted by Idaho is welcoming its sixth cohort, including two new fellows.
At a Glance:
- Idaho Science and Technology Policy Fellowship welcomes sixth cohort
- Program companions with Boise State, Idaho State, and University of Idaho
- Two new fellows to serve with the Idaho Legislative Service Office
- Nearly $2 million raised to develop science-policy collaboration
The Idaho Science and Technology Policy Fellowship, which locations scientists and engineers in state authorities to assist discover options to varied points, now has 11 fellows in varied fields of social and different sciences. The ISTPF program is in partnership with Boise State University, Idaho State University and University of Idaho.
The fellowship is led by U of I’s McClure Center for Public Policy Research, and it has raised practically $2 million to launch and develop this system.
The two new fellows, Autin Shannon and Ryan Tarver, will spend the approaching yr with the Idaho Legislative Service Office (LSO).
According to a launch, “Shannon is a microbiologist with experience in science policy and science communication.” He has a doctorate in microbiology and immunology and a bachelor’s diploma in biomedical science and minors in chemistry and philosophy. His levels have been earned at University of Michigan and Northern Arizona University, respectively.
Tarver is a socio-ecological techniques scientist specializing in the social points of pure useful resource administration, having lately accomplished a postdoctoral analysis fellowship at BSU. He has a doctorate in surroundings and society, a grasp’s diploma in cultural and environmental useful resource administration and a bachelor’s diploma in recreation and tourism administration. His doctorate is from Utah State University and his different levels have been earned at Central Washington University.
“They bring extensive academic research experience, making them valuable resources for lawmakers, while providing the fellows with a unique opportunity to experience the policymaking process firsthand,” stated Terri Kondeff, LSO director.
Robert Wagner, president of Idaho State University, stated his establishment was proud to work with BSU and U of I on the fellowship.
“The ISTPF provides opportunities for Idahoans to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the impact of science and technology across Idaho,” Wagner stated. “The ISTPF supports science and technology policy in state government, along with creating lasting connections with three ISTPF fellows hired at their respective agencies.”