BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho Science and Technology Policy Fellowship (ISTPF) continues to develop, welcoming its sixth cohort with two new fellows. The program has now supported 11 fellows in complete.
The ISTPF, led by University of Idaho’s McClure Center for Public Policy Research, is a nonpartisan program that locations scientists, social scientists and engineers in state authorities to develop and implement options that handle a few of Idaho’s best challenges. The ISTPF is a partnership amongst Boise State University, Idaho State University and University of Idaho.
Austin Shannon and Ryan Tarver will spend this yr with the Idaho Legislative Services Office (LSO).
“We are pleased to welcome our two new fellows to the Legislative Services Office,” LSO Director Terri Kondeff stated. “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.”
Shannon is a microbiologist with expertise in science coverage and science communication. He earned a doctorate in microbiology and immunology on the University of Michigan and holds a bachelor’s diploma in biomedical science and minors in chemistry and philosophy from Northern Arizona University.
Tarver is a socio-ecological programs scientist who focuses on social features of pure useful resource administration. He not too long ago accomplished a postdoctoral analysis fellowship at Boise State University. He earned a doctorate in atmosphere and society at Utah State University and holds a grasp’s diploma in cultural and environmental useful resource administration and a bachelor’s in recreation and tourism administration from Central Washington University.
“ISU is proud to work alongside Boise State and U of I on this collaborative fellowship program,” ISU President Robert W. Wagner stated. “The ISTPF provides opportunities for Idahoans to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the impact of science and technology across Idaho. The ISTPF supports science and technology policy in state government, along with creating lasting connections with three ISTPF fellows hired at their respective agencies.”
The ISTPF has raised almost $2 million to launch and broaden. For extra data, go to uidaho.edu/istpf.
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