New Class of Fellows Bring Diverse Expertise, Prepare to Impact Federal Government

STPF welcomed its newest cohort this month, with 291 fellows joining a long line of alumni while forging their own experiences in applying scientific knowledge and technical skills to tackle nationwide issues in the federal government. We spoke to three fellows spanning diverse backgrounds who are preparing for their upcoming year of service.

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[Posted by alum Dr. Beth Linas] Sep. 20 : 8yrs later it is still going strong and I love that each new class of fellows makes it their own! Check it out! https://aaaspolicyfellowships.org/blog/decade-review-celebrating-10-years-sci-fly

Featured Fellow

Lyric Jorgenson

In her 15th year at the NIH, Lyric Jorgensen (2008-09 fellow at NIH) officially became the NIH Associate Director for Science Policy and Director for the Office of Science Policy. She manages key initiatives on health-related issues and leads a team of 60+ in strategizing recommendations for the NIH and US government. "The AAAS STPF Fellowship is a one-of-a-kind opportunity that allowed me to develop my policy skills and learn directly from nationally recognized experts in the field,” she said.

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Dorothy Jones-Davis

Through a “pleasantly unexpected journey from the bench into the C-Suite of a nonprofit educational museum and makerspace,” Dorothy Jones-Davis (2012-14 fellow at NSF) serves as Chief Impact Officer at the KID Museum. She leads efforts to engage with historically underrepresented student populations in STEM and ensures community recognition of the importance of these hands-on experiences. “I couldn't have predicted this path, and yet, I couldn't be more delighted with how it's all turned out, all thanks to the AAAS STPF.” Image: Remsburg, Inc.