California Life Sciences works to inspire and develop the next generation of science leaders and innovators through its STEM programs and partnerships. We seek to maintains the state’s leadership in life sciences innovation by bringing industry and academic partners together to improve science education and to prepare students for the vast and rewarding careers in the life sciences.

CLS partners with broad stakeholders to provide resources for cash-strapped classrooms, including access to equipment and materials for science labs. Through targeted programs in our Racial & Social Equity Initiative, CLS is opening doors for underrepresented students to career opportunities and leadership in the life sciences and helping to diversify the industry’s talent pipeline.

BioGENEius

The California Life Sciences Bay Area BioGENEius Challenge recognizes outstanding high school science students in the region, advancing winners to compete in the National and International BioGENEius Challenges at the BIO International Convention.

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Bio-Link Depot

Northern California companies can make tax-deductible donations of equipment, supplies and consumables –giving them a second life in cash-starved classrooms– through the Bio-Link equipment Depot located in Oakland.

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Life Science Connections

The Life Science Connections program facilitates student-industry connections that inspire and develop life science careers, particularly among underrepresented students.

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NexGeneGirls

NexGeneGirls delivers a unique program incorporating rigorous hands-on learning, leadership development and career mentoring for high school females of color from underserved communities in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Science Empowerment Initiative

The South San Francisco Science Empowerment Initiative brings together South San Francisco-based life science companies who are committed to inspiring and developing the next generation of science professionals who attend school just miles away from the regional birthplace of biotech.

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