The Michael Page, PhD, Research Symposium

Sam Hawgood, MBBS, became UCSF’s 10th chancellor in July 2014. He previously served as dean of the UCSF School of Medicine and vice chancellor for medical affairs. In addition to his four-decade distinguished career at UCSF, he is renowned internationally for neonatology research. A native of Australia, Chancellor Hawgood earned his medical degree with first-class honors from the University of Queensland in Brisbane. He trained in pediatrics as a resident and specialized in neonatology as a fellow.

Dr. Blake, a national advocate for dignity, access, and inclusivity in higher education, joined UCSF in 2021. Since her arrival, she has worked to foster a culture of intellectual growth, collaboration, and innovation at UCSF. As vice provost and dean of GEPA, Dr. Blake collaborates with faculty, industry partners, and other stakeholders to create innovative programs and curricula that advance discovery and knowledge and prepare students and postdocs for successful careers. She received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology from UT San Antonio. She earned her doctorate in neuroscience and completed postdoctoral training at Washington University in St. Louis.