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Henry Allison Endowed Chair in the History of Philosophy
Henry Allison is a UC San Diego professor emeritus and former chair of the philosophy department. A renowned scholar of philosophy, Allison is known for his specialization in Kant, Spinoza, German idealism and eighteenth and nineteenth century philosophy. The Allison Chair is a reflection of his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field—and to the university—and will help to ensure the excellence of the philosophy department by recruiting outstanding faculty members.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Christopher Shields
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Philosophy
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General Campus
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Daniel L. Alspach Endowed Chair in Dynamic Systems and Controls
The Alspach Chair was established to promote research surrounding control theory and dynamic systems within the Jacobs School of Engineering. Alspach, Ph.D. ’70 is a former visiting professor at the Jacobs School and co-founder of Orincon, a San Diego-based systems integration and information technology company.
DONOR Daniel L. Alspach, Ph.D. ’70
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Miroslav Krstic
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
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General Campus
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Amylin Endowed Chair in Lifesciences Education and Research
Established by Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., the chair fosters and supports the creation and continuation of science education programs. Amylin is a biopharmaceutical company committed to improving lives through the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative medicines. They are particularly focused on therapies for treatment of diabetes, obesity and metabolic diseases.
DONOR Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER James T. Kadonaga
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Biological Sciences Division
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General Campus
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Chair in Studies in Ancient Jewish Civilizations
The chair was established by a distinguished group of San Diego citizens to support teaching and research activities of the chair holder in ancient Jewish history in pre-modern Mediterranean world at UC San Diego. More than 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled in a wide variety of Judaic studies. Thanks to tremendous community support, the university’s Judaic studies program has gained a reputation for excellence.
DONOR Various community members and friends of the university
DATE EST. 1986
CHAIR HOLDER Mira Balberg
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Judaic Studies
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General Campus
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Jimmy Anklesaria Presidential Chair in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
This chair will allow the recruitment and retention of an outstanding faculty member and provide fellowship research support for the chair holder. The chair was established from a gift made by Jimmy and Jennifer Anklesaria and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014.
DONOR Jimmy and Jennifer Anklesaria
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDER Hyoduk Shin
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Anonymous Family Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Macroeconomics
This endowed chair was established by an anonymous donor and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within Macroeconomics
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Nir Jaimovich
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Economics
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General Campus
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ASML Endowed Chair in Advanced Optical Technologies
Established to promote groundbreaking advancements within the electrical and computer engineering department of the Jacobs School of Engineering.
DONOR Robert P. Akins ’74, M.S. ’77, Ph.D. ’83; Richard L. Sandstrom ’72, M.S. ’76, Ph.D. ’79 and ASML
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Shaya Fainman
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Jacobs School of Engineering/ Electrical and Computer Engineering
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General Campus
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Atkinson/Epstein Chair in Management Leadership
Richard Atkinson served as president of the University of California system from 1995-2003, and as chancellor of UC San Diego from 1980-1995. Daniel Epstein is the founder and CEO of ConAm Management Corporation, a San Diego-based apartment management firm that presently operates approximately 50,000 apartments throughout the United States. The Atkinsons and Epsteins established this chair to recruit a key new faculty member to the Rady School of Management.
DONOR Richard and Rita Atkinson; Daniel and Phyllis Epstein
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Joseph Engelberg
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Atkinson Family Chair
Richard and Rita Atkinson established this chair to support a researcher selected from the fields of cognitive science, psychology or neuroscience. Richard Atkinson served as president of the University of California and later as chancellor of UC San Diego. He also served as director of the National Science Foundation. Rita Atkinson, Ph.D., has enjoyed a long and distinguished career as a psychologist, lecturer and author.
DONOR Richard C. and Rita L. Atkinson
DATE EST. 1995
CHAIR HOLDER Nicholas Spitzer
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Richard C. Atkinson Endowed Chair
The chair honors Richard C. Atkinson, the 17th president of the University of California and former chancellor of UC San Diego. Under Chancellor Atkinson the campus doubled in size to about 18,000 students while increasing the distinction of its faculty and breadth of its programs, and consistently placed among the top five universities in federal funding for research. The chair recognizes Atkinson’s service and leadership while supporting a distinguished faculty member in the biological sciences.
DONOR Friends and colleagues of the Atkinson family
DATE EST. 1998
CHAIR HOLDER Kit Pogliano
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Biological Sciences Division
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General Campus
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Rita L. Atkinson Endowed Chair
Established by friends and colleagues of the Atkinson family, the chair recognizes the contributions to the growth of UC San Diego by Rita Atkinson, Ph.D. The wife of former chancellor Richard Atkinson, Rita Atkinson was a distinguished psychologist and an instrumental force in the development of the university.
DONOR Friends and colleagues of the Atkinson family
DATE EST. 1998
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Mathematics
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General Campus
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Distinguished Chair in Atmospheric Chemistry
The Distinguished Chair in Atmospheric Chemistry was created from the existing Distinguished Chair in Physical Chemistry. The department of chemistry and biochemistry determined that by dividing the endowment into two chairs, it would enhance the department’s ability to attract a broad range of exceptional candidates to UC San Diego, as well as retain stellar faculty.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2010
CHAIR HOLDER Kimberly Prather
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Chemistry / Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Roghieh Chehre-Azad Distinguished Professorship
The chair was established by a gift by Sia and Eva Nemat-Nasser and the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge, a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The chair honors Dr. Siavouche “Sia” Nemat-Nasser’s mother, Roghieh Chehre-Azad, for her talented, courageous, and astute efforts to defend the freedom and practice of the beauty of the arts. The chair will be held by a faculty scholar and/or artist of the Division of Arts and Humanities to teach, practice, present, and instruct in Persian Studies.
DONOR Sia and Eva Nemat-Nasser
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Persian Studies
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General Campus
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Sanford I. Berman Chair in Language and Human Communication
The Berman Chair was established to support the work of an eminent scholar in the study of language and its use in human life. Sanford Berman was a distinguished professor at Northwestern University, Illinois Institute of Technology and the University of Chicago. He is currently president of Dr. Michael Dean Enterprises, which takes its name from a stage named used by Berman when he performed as a hypnotist in stage productions and lectures.
DONOR Sanford I. Berman
DATE EST. 1998
CHAIR HOLDER Carol Padden
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Communication
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General Campus
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J. Robert Beyster Chair in Engineering
Established with a gift from J. Robert Beyster, the chair supports an outstanding mid-career faculty member within the Jacobs School of Engineering. J. Robert Beyster is founder, chairman and CEO of Science Applications International Corporation, a high-tech research and engineering company. Beyster serves on the board of the UC San Diego Foundation and the UCSD CONNECT Program.
DONOR J. Robert Beyster; Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
DATE EST. 1995
CHAIR HOLDER Gabriel Silva
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Blasker Chair in Environmental Engineering
The Blasker Chair was established to advance scientific, engineering and medical research. The Blasker-Rose-Miah Fund was created in part from the estate of Samuel Blasker. Blasker was a successful real estate executive and long-time resident of San Diego.
DONOR Blasker-Rose-Miah Fund at The San Diego Foundation
DATE EST. 1996
CHAIR HOLDER Sutanu Sarkar
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
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General Campus
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Simon Bolivar Chair in Latin American Studies
This chair supports the development of the Latin American studies program at UC San Diego. It is named in honor of Simon Bolivar, the South American hero who led the battle for independence from Spain in the early nineteenth century.
DONOR Theodore E. Gildred; The Gildred Foundation
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Scott Desposato
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Political Science / Latin American Studies
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General Campus
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Harriet and Louis Bookheim Endowed Chair in Biblical Hebrew and Related Languages
The Bookheim Chair was established to enable the Judaic studies program in the Division of Arts and Humanities to expand its scope into Biblical Hebrew and other related languages. Louis Bookheim is a retired attorney and Harriet Bookheim is a retired psychotherapist. The two have been involved with the university for many years, with philanthropic support to the UC San Diego Chancellor’s Associates, the Judaic studies program in the Division of Arts and Humanities, and the Shiley Eye Center.
DONOR Harriet and Louis Bookheim
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Judaic Studies
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General Campus
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Arthur Brody Endowed Chair in Management Leadership
A leader in both the San Diego business world and the UC San Diego community, Arthur Brody established this chair to encourage the recruitment of a faculty member to the Rady School of Management who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in the business community. Brody is the founder, chairman and president of Brodart Company, a book retailer and manufacturer/distributor of library and office supplies in San Diego. He has long been involved with the UC San Diego community, including as a member of the Rady School Dean’s Advisory Board, UC San Diego Campaign Cabinet and UC San Diego Foundation Board of Trustees.
DONOR Arthur Brody
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Dan Broida Chair in Elementary Particle Physics
Established by Dan Broida’s son, Joel Broida, the chair supports a faculty member of the department of physics with a research focus in elementary particle physics, or other field of study, to further benefit the department. Dan Broida is known for his leadership at Sigma Chemical Company, a Midwest consultant subsidiary that manufactured saccharin during the war-time rationing of sugar. He successfully redirected Sigma to manufacture specialty biochemicals for scientific research, merging with Aldrich Chemical Company in 1975 to form Sigma-Aldrich. Broida’s son, Joel, is a faculty member in the department of physics at UC San Diego.
DONOR Joel Broida
DATE EST. 1998
CHAIR HOLDER Kenneth A. Intriligator
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Physics
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General Campus
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Callaway Golf Chair in Structural Mechanics
The chair was established to support a faculty member researching the dynamics of lightweight advanced composite structures. Located in Carlsbad, California, Callaway Golf Company designs and manufactures golf clubs that are sold at premium prices to both average and skilled golfers on the basis of performance, ease of use and appearance.
DONOR Callaway Golf Company
DATE EST. 1998
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Structural Mechanics
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General Campus
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR) Chair IV
Industry supporters of CMRR established this chair to support research interests related to magnetic recording in a variety of areas including chemistry, physics and engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Industry supporters of CMRR
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER Paul Siegel
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR)
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General Campus
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR) Chair V
Industry supporters of CMRR established this chair to support research interests related to magnetic recording in a variety of areas including chemistry, physics and engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Industry supporters of CMRR
DATE EST. 2003
CHAIR HOLDER Ivan Schuller
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR)
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General Campus
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR) Chair VI
Industry supporters of CMRR established this chair to support research interests related to magnetic recording in a variety of areas including chemistry, physics and engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Industry supporters of CMRR
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR)
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General Campus
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR) Chair VII
Industry supporters of CMRR established this chair to support research interests related to magnetic recording in a variety of areas including chemistry, physics and engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Industry supporters of CMRR
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR)
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General Campus
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Dr. James Y. Chan Presidential Chair for Global Health
This chair will allow the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty in the Global Health Program. It will also provide fellowship research support for the chair holder. The rapidly growing field of Global Health is an interdisciplinary program productively intervening in processes of health, illness, and healing across the globe. The chair was established from a gift from Dr. James Y. Chan and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014. Dr. Chan is a retired urologist.
DONOR James Y. Chan
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Thomas J. Csordas
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Division of Social Sciences
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair I
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. This Chancellor’s Associates Chair supports an outstanding faculty member in the cognitive science department. Established in1986, it is the first cognitive science department in the world. UC San Diego was a leading founder of the field, and this chair will help ensure that the university remains at the forefront of cutting-edge research and academic excellence in cognitive science.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 1983
CHAIR HOLDER Margaret Roberts
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Political Science/School of Social Sciences
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair II
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. This Chancellor’s Associates Chair is currently an administrative chair to support the division of Arts and Humanities.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Cristina Della Coletta
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Arts and Humanities
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair III
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. This Chancellor’s Associates Chair supports exploration, research and education in the field of molecular biology.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Susan Golden
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Biological Sciences Division / Molecular Biology
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair IV
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. Endowed chairs support the work of outstanding faculty and help to stay competitive in attracting distinguished scholars and innovators of all kinds.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 1994
CHAIR HOLDER Steven Boggs
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair V
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 1994
CHAIR HOLDER Paul Niehaus
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair VI
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. This Chancellor’s Associates Chair supports discovery, research and education in the department of chemistry and biochemistry as distinguished faculty and talented students work together on new frontiers of science that not only impact the present, but will also solve highly complex problems for future generations.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 1999
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Chemistry / Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair VII
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. The chair supports the recruitment and retention of dynamic, award winning faculty in the field of molecular biology. Within the Division of Biology, UC San Diego researchers are making breakthroughs that hold promise for solving some of today’s most perplexing and urgent issues of our time, from curing cancer and diabetes to removing toxic waste from the environment.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Biological Sciences Division / Molecular Biology
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair VIII
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. Endowed chairs support the work of outstanding faculty and help to stay competitive in attracting distinguished scholars and innovators of all kinds.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Michael Holst
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Mathematics
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Associates Chair IX
Since 1983, endowed chairs have been established by gifts from Chancellor’s Associates – individuals who designate annual gifts to be used at the Chancellor’s discretion to support campus priorities. Endowed chairs support the work of outstanding faculty and help to stay competitive in attracting distinguished scholars and innovators of all kinds.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Amanda Datnow
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Department of Education Studies/School of Social Sciences
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Distinguished Professorship I
The Chancellor’s Distinguished Professorships were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports instruction, research, and public initiatives aligned with UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary research that advances the frontiers of knowledge, shapes new fields, and disseminates discoveries that transform lives.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Distinguished Professorship II
The Chancellor’s Distinguished Professorships were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports instruction, research, and public initiatives aligned with UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary research that advances the frontiers of knowledge, shapes new fields, and disseminates discoveries that transform lives.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Susan Taylor
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Distinguished Professorship III
The Chancellor’s Distinguished Professorships were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports instruction, research, and public initiatives aligned with UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary research that advances the frontiers of knowledge, shapes new fields, and disseminates discoveries that transform lives.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Brian Keating
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Distinguished Professorship IV
The Chancellor’s Distinguished Professorships were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports instruction, research, and public initiatives aligned with UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary research that advances the frontiers of knowledge, shapes new fields, and disseminates discoveries that transform lives.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Nigel Goldenfeld
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Distinguished Professorship V
The Chancellor’s Distinguished Professorships were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports instruction, research, and public initiatives aligned with UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary research that advances the frontiers of knowledge, shapes new fields, and disseminates discoveries that transform lives.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Lei Liang
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Public Health and Human Longevity Science I
The Chancellor’s Endowed Professorships in Public Health and Human Longevity Science were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the anticipated Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science. The endowed chair will enhance the teaching, research, and public service missions of UC San Diego. The chair holder will be distinguished faculty from all relevant disciplines across Health Sciences, General Campus, and Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Public Health and Human Longevity Science II
The Chancellor’s Endowed Professorships in Public Health and Human Longevity Science were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the anticipated Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science. The endowed chair will enhance the teaching, research, and public service missions of UC San Diego. The chair holder will be distinguished faculty from all relevant disciplines across Health Sciences, General Campus, and Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Public Health and Human Longevity Science III
The Chancellor’s Endowed Professorships in Public Health and Human Longevity Science were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the anticipated Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science. The endowed chair will enhance the teaching, research, and public service missions of UC San Diego. The chair holder will be distinguished faculty from all relevant disciplines across Health Sciences, General Campus, and Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Public Health and Human Longevity Science IV
The Chancellor’s Endowed Professorships in Public Health and Human Longevity Science were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the anticipated Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science. The endowed chair will enhance the teaching, research, and public service missions of UC San Diego. The chair holder will be distinguished faculty from all relevant disciplines across Health Sciences, General Campus, and Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Public Health and Human Longevity Science V
The Chancellor’s Endowed Professorships in Public Health and Human Longevity Science were established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the anticipated Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science. The endowed chair will enhance the teaching, research, and public service missions of UC San Diego. The chair holder will be distinguished faculty from all relevant disciplines across Health Sciences, General Campus, and Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs
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General Campus
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William S. C. Chang Endowed Chair in Electrical and Computer Engineering
This chair was established with a lead gift from William Chang, former chair of the department of electrical and computer engineering. This endowed chair enables the university to recruit and retain outstanding faculty members who will carry on the quality of research and education that has earned the department national recognition. In addition, the chair honors Chang for his leadership at the university, and his extraordinary accomplishments and contributions to science.
DONOR William Chang
DATE EST. 2008
CHAIR HOLDER Yu-Hwa Lo
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Electrical and Computer Engineering
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General Campus
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Shu Chien Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Engineering and Medicine
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Yen-Liang “Samuel” Yin as part of the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge. The chair honors Dr. Shu Chien, the founding chair of the Department of Bioengineering and founding director of the Institute of Engineering in Medicine. Dr. Chien’s studies focus on the nature and behavior of red blood cells and its effects on cardiovascular disease. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member with a joint appointment in the Department of Bioengineering within the Jacobs School of Engineering and the School of Medicine.
DONOR Dr. Samuel Yin
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Andrew McCulloch
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Bioengineering
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General Campus
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Communications Industry Professorship in Engineering
The chair was established by the Center for Wireless Communications corporate membership program to support a faculty member of the Jacobs School of Engineering with research interests in the field of wireless communications.
DONOR Industry partners of the Center for Wireless Communications
DATE EST. 1996
CHAIR HOLDER Gabriel M Rebeiz
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Peter Cowhey Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Global Policy
The chair was established in honor of UC San Diego faculty member, Dr. Anthony DeMaria, through the combined generosity of our university friends and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge — a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty aat the School of Global Policy and Strategy.
DONOR Various Donors
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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School of Global Policy and Strategy
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General Campus
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Francis Crick Chair
Nobel Prize-winning biologist Francis Crick was instrumental in elucidating the double-helical structure of DNA, an achievement many scientists regard as the most important biological discovery of the 20th century. Established through a Regents Fund, the Francis Crick Chair recognizes the importance of interdisciplinary research that links quantitative physical science and biology.
DONOR Regents Fund
DATE EST. 2001
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Chemistry / Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Chair in Computer Architecture
The chair was established by an anonymous donor to support a faculty member of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at Jacobs School of Engineering with a research and teaching focus in areas such as big data, computer systems and cyber-physical systems.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Hadi Esmaeilzadeh
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Endowed Chair in Memory Systems
The chair was established to support a faculty member of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at Jacobs School of Engineering with a research and teaching focus in areas such as big data, computer systems and cyber-physical systems.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Steven Swanson
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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CSE Excellence Chair IV
The chair was established by an anonymous donor to support a faculty member of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at Jacobs School of Engineering with a research and teaching focus in areas such as big data, computer systems and cyber-physical systems.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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CSE Excellence Chair V
The chair was established by an anonymous donor to support a faculty member of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at Jacobs School of Engineering with a research and teaching focus in areas such as big data, computer systems and cyber-physical systems.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Cymer Corporation Endowed Chair
The Cymer Chair was established to support the work of a faculty member in the area of high performance dynamical systems modeling and control in the department of mechanical and aerospace engineering at the Jacobs School of Engineering. UC San Diego alumni Robert Akins and Richard Sandstrom co-founded the Cymer Corporation, the world's leading supplier of excimer light sources, essential to today's semiconductor marketplace.
DONOR Robert P. Akins ’74, M.S. ’77, Ph.D. ’83; Richard L. Sandstrom ’72, M.S. ’76, Ph.D. ’79 and Cymer Corporation
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Jorge Cortes
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
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General Campus
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Distinguished Professorship in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry
The Distinguished Professorship was established in 2018 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports instruction, research, and public initiatives aligned with UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan. The chair will be awarded to a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Rommie Amaro
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Chemistry/Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Robert F. Engle Endowed Chair in Econometrics
This endowed chair was established by former students of Robert F. Engle to honor the esteemed professor of economics, Dr. Robert F. Engle, UCSD Professor Emeritus and 2003 co-recipient of the Noble Prize in Economics. Dr. Engle joined the UCSD Faculty in 1976 and was actively engaged at UCSD for more than 28 years. The endowment will help to recruit and retain key faculty in the department of economics in the Division of Social Sciences.
DONOR UC San Diego alumni and former students of Robert F. Engle
DATE EST. 2008
CHAIR HOLDER James D. Hamilton
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Economics
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General Campus
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Epstein/Atkinson Chair in Management Leadership
Richard Atkinson served as president of the University of California system from 1995-2003, and as chancellor of UC San Diego from 1980-1995. Daniel Epstein is the founder and CEO of ConAm Management Corporation, a San Diego-based apartment management firm that presently operates approximately 50,000 apartments throughout the United States. The Atkinsons and Epsteins established this chair to recruit a key new faculty member to the Rady School of Management.
DONOR Richard and Rita Atkinson; Daniel and Phyllis Epstein
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Uri Gneezy
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Paul Erdos Chair of Combinatorics formerly known as the Akamai Chair of Internet Mathematics
Dr. Paul Erdos was a Hungarian mathematician. Erdos published more papers than any other mathematician in history, working with hundreds of collaborators. He worked on problems in combinatorics, graph theory, number theory, classical analysis, approximation theory, set theory, and probability theory. He is also known for his "legendarily eccentric" personality. Funded by UC San Diego professor Ronald Graham, the Erdos Chair was established to enhance research surrounding Internet computing and the translation of mathematics to practical real world applications. Graham is one of the world’s best-known mathematicians, computer theorists and technology visionaries. He pioneered worst-case analysis in scheduling theory, online algorithms, quasi-randomness and Ramsey Theory—a branch of pure math that states that complete disorder is impossible.
DONOR Ronald Graham, Ph.D.
DATE EST. 2000
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Mathematics
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General Campus
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Ericsson Endowed Chair in Wireless Access Networks
With support from Ericsson Wireless Communications, the chair was established to advance research and design of innovative and cutting-edge wireless communication networks.
DONOR Ericsson Wireless Communications
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Bhaskar Rao
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Ericsson Chair in Wireless Communications Access Techniques
With support from Ericsson Wireless Communications, the chair was established to advance research and design of innovative and cutting-edge communication access techniques that can be utilized for practical use.
DONOR Ericsson Wireless Communications
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Laurence Milstein
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Aaron Feldman Family Chancellor's Endowed Chair in U.S.-Mexican Studies in Memory of David Feldman
This chair was established by a gift from Aaron Feldman and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge — a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. Named in memory of Mr. Feldman’s son, David. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member who is an expert and leader in Latin American studies, the bilateral relationship between the United States and Mexico, and Mexican foreign policy.
DONOR Aaron Feldman
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDERRafael Fernández de Castro
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School of Global Policy and Strategy/ Center for US-Mexican Studies
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General Campus
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Dr. George Feher Experimental Biophysics Endowed Chair
The chair was established to advance research and understanding of the biological processes and phenomena of the conversion of electromagnetic energy (light) into chemical energy, i.e. photosynthesis.
DONOR The Makana Aloha Foundation (Dr. Gunars Valkirs), Dr. Melvin Okamura, and other donors
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER David Kleinfeld
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Physics
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General Campus
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Stanley and Pauline Foster Endowed Chair
Established as the first endowed dean’s chair at UC San Diego, this gift funds various programs in the Rady School of Management at the dean’s discretion, with the goal of providing students with access to some of the world’s most respected business leaders. The chair also honors Stanley Foster, one of the early visionary leaders of the redevelopment of downtown San Diego, and Pauline Foster, who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership, service and philanthropy in the community.
DONOR Pauline Foster
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Lisa Ordóñez
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Theodore D. Foster Endowed Chair in Physics
Funded by Theodore D. Foster, the chair supports teaching, research and public service in support of the Department of Physics at UC San Diego. Foster earned his PhD from UC San Diego in Physics in 1965 and a BA in Earth Science in 1970.
DONOR Theodore D. Foster
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Monica Allen
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Physics
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General Campus
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John J. and Susan M. Fratamico Endowed Chair
Established by John and Susan Fratamico to support multi-disciplinary research that includes engineering and life sciences. John Fratamico has been involved in systems technology, platform development and systems delivery for over 20 years. Susan Fratamico has been active in operations research and electric transmissions for many years.
DONOR John and Susan Fratamico
DATE EST. 2012
CHAIR HOLDER Tajana Rosing
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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The Center for Global Transformation Endowed Chair in Technology Policy
This chair will allow The Center for Global Transformation to recruit and retain outstanding faculty to participate in research that focuses on understanding and quantifying the consequences of global economic changes and technological growth. The Center will drive inquiry on two major transformations of the 21st Century: How structures of the global economy are profoundly changing, and how new technologies and analytic methods open the way to improve how we govern ourselves.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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School of Global Policy and Strategy
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General Campus
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The Center for Global Transformation Endowed Chair in Innovation and Public Policy
This chair will allow The Center for Global Transformation to recruit and retain outstanding faculty to participate in research that focuses on understanding and quantifying the consequences of global economic changes and technological growth. The Center will drive inquiry on two major transformations of the 21st Century: How structures of the global economy are profoundly changing and how new technologies and analytic methods open the way to improve how we govern ourselves.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER David Victor
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School of Global Policy and Strategy
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General Campus
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Y. C. Fung Endowed Chair in Bioengineering
This endowment was established by friends and colleagues in honor of professor emeritus Yuan-Cheng Fung, a founder of UC San Diego’s bioengineering program and a renowned pioneer in the fields of biomechanics and bioengineering.
DONOR Students, colleagues and friends of Yuan-Cheng Fung; Wallace H. Coulter Foundation; Senyei Family Foundation and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd.
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Bernhard Palsson
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Pierre M. Galletti Professor of Bioengineering Innovation
Established in honor of the late pioneering medical researcher Pierre M. Galletti, the chair supports bioengineering research at the university.
DONOR Natalie and David Lederman and Dane A. Miller, Ph.D.
DATE EST. 2004
CHAIR HOLDER Karen Christman
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Gildred Chair for United States – Mexican Relations
Named in honor of Theodore Gildred—one of the leading founders of the Institute of the Americas at UC San Diego—and his family, this chair was established to support the development of the Latin American studies program.
DONOR Theodore E. Gildred; The Gildred Foundation
DATE EST. 1983
CHAIR HOLDER David Fitzgerald
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Political Science / Latin American Studies
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General Campus
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Murray Goodman Endowed Chair in Chemistry and Biochemistry
Family, friends and colleagues of the late Murray Goodman established this chair in his honor. Goodman was an internationally recognized peptide chemist and longtime member of the university’s department of chemistry and biochemistry.
DONOR Family, friends and colleagues of Murray Goodman
DATE EST. 2004
CHAIR HOLDER Neal Devaraj
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Chemistry / Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Ronald L. Graham Chair of Computer Science
The chair was established by an anonymous donor to support a faculty member of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at Jacobs School of Engineering with a research and teaching focus in areas such as big data, computer systems and cyber-physical systems. The chair was previously known as the CSE Excellence Chair I, and was renamed in May, 2015 per the anonymous donor’s request to honor Dr. Graham for his distinction as a scholar and teacher.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Ravi Ramamoorthi
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Frank Caylus Grandier Chair in Medieval European History
Established by an anonymous donor, the Grandier Chair supports the study, research and teaching of medieval European history. The named chair honors Frank Caylus Grandier. Born in Switzerland and educated in Paris, Grandier immigrated to the United States in 1880 and served as French Consul in San Diego until after World War I. He was also involved in the newspaper business as owner of the San Diego Herald and The Daily Transcript, which he later merged to become the Transcript.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2000
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Humanities
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General Campus
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Sir Clive W.J. Granger Endowed Chair in Econometrics
The endowment honors UC San Diego Professor Emeritus Sir Clive W. J. Granger, one of the world’s leading economists. He was a 2003 co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Economics, and was inducted in to the Order of Knight Batchelor by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of England in 2004.
Granger came to UC San Diego in 1974 where he built up the econometrics group, now a world-renowned powerhouse that has consistently ranked among the top in the nation. The chair supports the recruitment of stellar faculty that will help maintain the department’s high standing and keep the university competitive with peer institutions.
DONOR UC San Diego alumni John, ’88 and Kim, ’87 Iorillo; Jennifer and Ken Kroner, Ph.D. ’88; W.P. Carey Foundation of New York; and many additional donors.
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Yixiao Sun
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Economics
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General Campus
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Harry E. Gruber Professor of Computer Science and Information Technologies Chair
The chair was established to support the work of a faculty member in the department of computer science and engineering in the Jacobs School of Engineering. Harry Gruber, M.D. is one of the pioneers of gene therapy and a founder of four local companies, including Kintera and Gensia Pharmaceuticals. An active member of the university community, Gruber is a former faculty member at the UC San Diego School of Medicine and has served on the UCSD Foundation’s board of directors and the Jacobs School’s council of advisors.
DONOR Joan Cunningham and Harry E. Gruber; Kathleen ’85, Ph.D. ’93 and Brian, ‘89 Kenner; Isaac Willis, M.D.
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair I
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Virginia de Sa
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair II
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Dimitris Politis
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair III
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Vineet Bafna
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair IV
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair V
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair VI
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair VII
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair VIII
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair IX
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute Endowed Chair X
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s partnership with the Halicioğlu Family Foundation to create the Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI). The HDSI strengthens the university’s ability to expand multidisciplinary collaboration by giving researchers the opportunity to incorporate data science into their disciplines. The endowed chair will reinforce faculty alignment with the HDSI’s goals as well as support UC San Diego’s Strategic Plan initiatives in instruction, research, and public missions.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Halicioğlu Data Science Institute
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General Campus
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Walter F. Heiligenberg Professorship in Neuroethology
The chair is named for Walter Heiligenberg, a leader in the field of neuroethology and longtime faculty member at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. To honor his memory, the chair was established by Dr. Heinrich Vischer—a former student of Heiligenberg—to promote research in the field of behavioral neurobiology with an emphasis in neuroethology.
DONOR Heinrich Vischer
DATE EST. 1995
CHAIR HOLDER Jill Leutgeb
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Biological Sciences Division / Neuroethology
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General Campus
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Ingrid and Joseph W. Hibben Chair in Space Science and Education
The Hibben Chair was established for use by a faculty member whose research interests are related to the field of space science and education. A successful investment banker, Joseph Hibben founded North Carolina Natural Gas Company and three companies on the New York Stock Exchange. He was also instrumental in securing funding for Walt Disney to make his first feature-length films.
DONOR Ingrid and Joseph W. Hibben
DATE EST. 1996
CHAIR HOLDER Alison Coil
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Physics / Space Science and Education
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General Campus
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Rebeca Hickel Chair in Elizabethan Literature
This chair was established in the department of literature by Walter Hickel in honor of his wife, Rebecca. The endowment encourages scholarship, teaching and critical thought through comparative and multidisciplinary studies of Elizabethan literature as the foundation of English and American literature. Walter Hickel is the owner of CALWEST properties, a real estate investment trust. The Hickels are also members of UC San Diego’s Chancellor’s Associates.
DONOR Walter H. and Rebeca Hickel
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Daniel Vitkus
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Literature
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General Campus
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Chair in High Performance Computing
Established by Chancellor’s Associates and Jacobs School of Engineering corporate affiliates, the chair supports efforts to develop and use technology to advance science in the department of computer science and engineering.
DONOR Chancellor’s Associates and corporate affiliates of the Jacobs School
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Andrew B. Kahng
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Hwei-Chih and Julia Hsiu Chair in Chinese Studies
The Hsiu Chair was established to strengthen the interdisciplinary program in Chinese Studies at UC San Diego, including Chinese history, literature, music, philosophy, anthropology and linguistics. Hwei-Chih Hsiu immigrated to the U.S. after fleeing his home country of China in 1949 to escape communist takeover. A talented architect, in San Diego Chih founded HCH and Associates, a planning, architecture and engineering consulting firm. Julia Hsiu came to the U.S. from China in 1957, where she earned her master’s degree in biochemistry at the University of Washington and continued on to become a respected researcher at UCLA.
DONOR Julia Hsiu
DATE EST. 1986
CHAIR HOLDER Karl Gerth
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Chinese Studies
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General Campus
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Institute of the Americas Chair for Inter-American Affairs
Theodore Gildred established this chair to support the development of a Latin American studies program at UC San Diego. Born in Mexico City and educated in both the U.S. and Mexico, Gildred has made significant contributions to Latin America’s cultural, educational and business environments. The Gildred Foundation was instrumental in creating the Institute of the Americas at the university, a catalyst for cooperation among the countries of North America, South America and the Caribbean.
DONOR Theodore E. Gildred; The Gildred Foundation
DATE EST. 1983
CHAIR HOLDER David R. Mares
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Political Science / Inter-American Affairs
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General Campus
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Kavli and Dr. William and Marisa Rastetter Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Neurobiology
This endowed chair was established with a gift from Dr. William Rastetter and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within Biological Sciences.
DONOR Dr. William Rastetter
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Gentry Patrick
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Biological Sceinces
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General Campus
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Kazuo Iwama Chair in Materials Science
Named in honor of the former president of Sony Corporation and Sony Corporation of America, this chair was established to fund research in the field of material science within the Jacobs School of Engineering.
DONOR Sony Electronics
DATE EST. 1997
CHAIR HOLDER George Tynan
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
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General Campus
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Irwin Mark and Joan Klein Jacobs Chair in Information and Computer Science
The Jacobs Chair was established to strengthen the department of computer science and engineering at UC San Diego by supporting research and teaching activities and attracting top-ranked faculty members. Irwin Mark Jacobs has had a pervasive influence on computer science and engineering at UC San Diego. He is the co-founder and former chairman of QUALCOMM. Joan Klein Jacobs is an influential leader in the cultural, educational and artistic activities of the San Diego community and the university.
DONOR Irwin and Joan Jacobs
DATE EST. 1981
CHAIR HOLDER Stefan Savage
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Jerri-Ann and Gary E. Jacobs Endowed Chair in Social Sciences
The Jacobs Endowed Chair supports the research and teaching activities of an exceptional faculty member in the Division of Social Sciences. An “Alumni Founder,” Jacobs received his B.A. in management science from UC San Diego in 1979. Now the managing director of Jacobs Investment Company, LLC, Jacobs is an active member of the university community. He currently serves as chair of the Dean’s Advisory Council for Social Sciences and is a member of both the UC San Diego Board of Overseers and the UC San Diego Athletics Board.
DONOR Jerri-Ann and Gary E. Jacobs, ’79
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER David Lake
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Social Sciences Division
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General Campus
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Innovations for Engineering in Medicine
This chair was established by a gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs as part of the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge — a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member who has research interests that interdisciplinary across both engineering and medicine.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2020
CHAIR HOLDER Liangfang Zhang
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Endowed Chair in Bioengineering and Systems Biology
Established with a gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs, the chair supports the cutting-edge research of faculty in the department of bioengineering. Irwin Jacobs has had a pervasive influence on computer science and engineering at UC San Diego. He is the co-founder and former chairman of QUALCOMM. Joan Jacobs is an influential leader in the cultural, educational and artistic activities of the San Diego community and the university.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2008
CHAIR HOLDER Shankar Subramaniam
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Bioengineering
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General Campus
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Irwin and Joan Jacbs Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Health Innovation
This endowed chair was established with a gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs, along with matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge. The endowed chair provides funds to support a distinguished faculty member in the Division of Biomedical Informatics, focusing on digital health innovation, along with research funds and support for graduate fellowships.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Biomedical Informatics
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Health Sciences
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Jacobs Family Chair in Management and Engineering Leadership I
Established with a pledge and annual current use gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs, the chair supports a chair holder who holds an academic appointment in both the Jacobs School of Engineering and the Rady School of Management. The chair holder will enhance collaborative academic programs across the two schools. Jacobs/Rady have already established joint programs such as the Master of Advanced Study in Architecture-Based Enterprise Systems Engineering.Irwin Jacobs has had a pervasive influence on computer science and engineering at UC San Diego. He is the co-founder and former chairman of QUALCOMM. Joan Jacobs is an influential leader in the cultural, educational and artistic activities of the San Diego community and the university.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2011
CHAIR HOLDER Sujit Dey
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Jacobs Family Chair in Management and Engineering Leadership II
Established with a pledge and annual current use gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs, the chair supports a chair holder who holds an academic appointment in both the Jacobs School of Engineering and the Rady School of Management. The chair holder will lead and enhance collaborative academic programs across the two schools. Jacobs/Rady have already established joint programs such as the Institute for the Global Entrepreneur. Irwin Jacobs has had a pervasive influence on computer science and engineering at UC San Diego. He is the co-founder and former chairman of QUALCOMM. Joan Jacobs is an influential leader in the cultural, educational and artistic activities of the university and San Diego community.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Vish Krishnan
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Chair of Judaic Studies
This chair was established by the Judaic Studies Steering Committee and community members to create an outstanding interdisciplinary program in Judaic Studies at UC San Diego. The chair supports the recruitment and retention of a distinguished scholar who will provide intellectual leadership to the program and symbolize the important role of Judaic Studies at the university.
DONOR Members of the San Diego Jewish community
DATE EST. 1981
CHAIR HOLDER Amelia Glaser
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Judaic Studies
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General Campus
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Junior Seau Foundation Endowed Chair in Traumatic Brain Injury
The chair was established by a gift from the Junior Seau Foundation and the Kavli Foundation that was matched by the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair and Faculty Fellowship Challenge. The Chancellor’s Chair Challenge is a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The chair will allow for the recruitment and the retention of a distinguished faculty member conducting research in elucidating the molecular, cellular, and the neural circuit mechanism of brain malfunction associated to traumatic brain injury (TBI).
DONOR Junior Seau Foundation and the Kavli Foundation
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Yishi Jin
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Biological Sciences Division
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General Campus
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Jeffery Elman Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Cognitive Science
This endowed chair was established by an anonymous donor and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty associated with the Department of Cognitive Science and affiliated with the Kavli Institute for Brain and Mind at UC San Diego.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Seana Coulson
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Social Sciences
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General Campus
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Jerome Katzin Chair in Corporate Governance
The chair honors UC San Diego philanthropist and former director of QUALCOMM, Jerome Katzin. The Katzin Chair was the first endowed chair established for the Rady School of Management, and also marked the 100th endowed chair at UC San Diego. A longtime supporter of the university, Katzin is an emeritus trustee and former chair of the UC San Diego Foundation, and serves as a member of the Board of Overseers and the Chancellor’s Associates.
DONOR QUALCOMM
DATE EST. 2003
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Katzin Chair of Jewish Civilization
The Katzin Chair was established to expand the interdisciplinary program in Judaic studies and reflect the Jewish contribution to the betterment of the human condition. Jerome and Miriam Katzin are longtime supporters of UC San Diego and San Diego Jewish organization. In addition, Jerome Katzin is a former trustee of the UC San Diego Foundation.
DONOR Jerome and Miriam Katzin
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Lisa R. Lampert-Weissig
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Judaic Studies
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General Campus
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Norma Kershaw Chair in the Archaeology of Ancient Israel and Neighboring Lands
The university’s first endowed faculty chair in the department of anthropology, the Kershaw Chair was established to strengthen the research and scholarship of existing programs in Judaic studies and the department of anthropology. Norma Kershaw is a retired Orange County educator, lecturer and volunteer in the fields of archaeology and cultural studies.
DONOR Norma and Reuben Kershaw
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Judaic Studies
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General Campus
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Lawrence B. and Sallye K. Krause Chair in Korean Studies
A collaborative endowment, the Krause Chair is dedicated to promoting understanding and friendship between Korea and other nations of the world. Faculty member Lawrence Krause is a pioneer in research of Pacific Rim trade policy and an authority on trade and economic issues in the Pacific Basin. Sallye Krause is a dedicated supporter of UC San Diego, especially as a volunteer at the UCSD Medical Center.
DONOR The Korea Foundation; Lawrence and Sallye Krause
DATE EST. 1995
CHAIR HOLDER Stephan Haggard
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Korean Studies
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General Campus
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Paul R. Kube Chair of Computer Science
The chair was established by an anonymous donor to support a faculty member of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at Jacobs School of Engineering. The chair was named for Dr. Kube in honor of his distinguished service as a scholar and teacher.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Christine Alvarado
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Stephen W. Kuffler Chair in Biology
Established in honor of the late renowned scientist Stephen W. Kuffler, the chair supports research efforts in neurobiology and cell biology. Kuffler is considered one of the most outstanding scientists in the field of neurobiology. His research revealed fundamental mechanisms of neurobiology, and his innovative multidisciplinary approach helped to define the field.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 1990
CHAIR HOLDER Susan L. Ackerman
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Biological Sciences Division
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General Campus
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Suraj Israni Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Cinematic Arts
This endowed chair was established by Deepak and Varsha Israni in memory of Suraj Israni, an aspiring filmmaker who understood the way film has the capacity to inspire social change. This endowed chair is also a part of the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within Arts and Humanities.
DONOR Deepak and Varsha Israni
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Arts and Humanities
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General Campus
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Ho Miu Lam Chair in China and Pacific Relations
Established by Kwan and Marion So, friends and colleagues, the chair supports research and teaching at the Graduate School of International Relations and Pacific Studies. Kwan So is president of EVG Enterprises, Inc., a real estate investment firm. The Sos came to the university in 1990 with a desire to give back in appreciation of the success they found in the United States.
DONOR Kwan and Marion So, friends and colleagues
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Victor Shih
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School of Global Policy and Strategy
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General Campus
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Carol Lazier and Family Endowed Chair in Social Innovation and Impact
Established by Carol Lazier to support a chair holder’s multi-disciplinary work in the area of social venturing and social innovation, which seeks to leverage business-driven solutions to societal problems, provide social benefits and serve the public good. Lazier is president and co-founder of Solutions: Exploring Success Post-High School which provides college and career information to San Diego high school students and their families.
DONOR Carol Lazier
DATE EST. 2014
CHAIR HOLDER Ayelet Gneezy
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Shao-Chi and Lily Lin Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Engineering Science
This chair was established by a gift from Mrs. Lily Y. Lin as part of the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge – a program created to support the recruitment and retention of a quality tenured faculty member. The chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member with a focus in engineering science in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
DONOR Lily Y. Lin
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Farhat Beg
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Jacobs School of Engineering/p>
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General Campus
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Czarina and Humberto S. Lopez Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Cardiology
This chair was established through a gift from Czarina and Humberto S. Lopez and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge — a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine in the Department of Medicine.
DONOR Czarina and Humberto S. Lopez
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Cardiology
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Health Sciences
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Darrell and Dorthy Ann Fanestil Family Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Nephrology-Hypertension
This chair was established by Dr. Darrell D. Fanestil and Mrs. Dorthy Ann Fanestil and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within the Division of Nephrology-Hypertension.
DONOR Dr. Darrell D. Fanestil and Mrs. Dorthy Ann Fanestil
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Joachim Ix
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Nephrology-Hypertension
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Health Sciences
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Chuan Lyu Endowed Chair in Taiwan Studies
The Chuan Lyu Foundation is a private philanthropic organization founded by Hwalin Lee in 1986 and dedicated to preserving the culture and history of the Taiwanese people. The Foundation established the Lyu Endowed Chair to further Taiwan studies at UC San Diego by drawing on the strengths of the university’s interdisciplinary and trans-cultural approaches to research and teaching. The gift also supports a comprehensive digital archive of books and documents related to Taiwan.
DONOR Hwalin Lee, Ph.D.; Chuan Lyu Foundation
DATE EST. 2008
CHAIR HOLDER Ping-hui Liao
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Taiwan Studies
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General Campus
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Distinguished Endowed Chair in Macroeconomics and Public Finance
Established by an anonymous donor, the chair supports the teaching and research of a faculty member with focus in macroeconomics with secondary consideration given to public finance.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Johannes Wieland
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Social Sciences
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General Campus
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Memory Recording Research Chair in Mechanics and Tribology III
Industry supporters of CMRR established this chair to support research interests related to magnetic recording in a variety of areas including chemistry, physics and engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Industry supporters
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR)
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General Campus
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Memory Recording Research Chair in Physics II
Industry supporters of CMRR established this chair to support research interests related to magnetic recording in a variety of areas including chemistry, physics and engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Industry supporters
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER Eric Fullerton
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR)
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General Campus
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Dr. Harry Markowitz Endowed Chair in Finance and Investing
The chair honors Dr. Harry M. Markowitz, an adjunct professor of finance at the Rady School of Management and a Nobel laureate in Economics for Modern Portfolio Theory. The chair will allow for the recruitment and retention of distinguished faculty and support their research, teaching, and public service activities at the Rady School of Management.
DONOR Various Donors
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDERAllan Timmermann
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Duane A. Nelles Jr. Endowed Chair in Corporate Governance
The chair was established in honor of Duane A. Nelles Jr. for his service on the Qualcomm Board of Directors. This chair will allow for the recruitment and retention of distinguished faculty in support of Rady School of Management programs. The chair holder will receive support for their research, teaching, and public service activities.
DONOR Qualcomm Incorporated and the Rady Family Foundation
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Qualcomm Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Robotic Systems
The chair was established by a gift from Qualcomm Incorporated and the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge, a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The chair will allow for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member with a record of technical excellence in advanced robotics and an academic record that include evidence of impact on industry practice.
DONOR Qualcomm Incorporated
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDER Henrik Christensen
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Quinn Martin Chair in Drama
The chair is named for one of the most consistent and prolific television producers, Quinn Martin. The chair was established to enhance the educational and creative experience of students in the department of theatre and dance by attracting theatre artists of international caliber to serve as faculty members.
DONOR Muffett Bowie
DATE EST. 1981
CHAIR HOLDER Visiting Professors
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Theatre & Dance / Drama
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General Campus
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Bernd T. Matthias Chair in Physics
Bernd T. Matthias was a world renowned physicist and an exceptional professor and leader of the physics department at UC San Diego. Known for his pioneering research of superconductivity, the chair recognizes his contributions to UC San Diego and the field of physics, and supports further work in exploring new frontiers in superconductivity.
DONOR Exxon Research and Engineering Company, Chancellor’s Associates and friends and colleagues of Matthias
DATE EST. 1989
CHAIR HOLDER M. Brian Maple
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Physics
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General Campus
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Joseph E. Mayer Chair of Theoretical Chemistry
Named in honor of the late Joseph E. Mayer, the first chairman of the UC San Diego department of chemistry, the chair was established to attract new faculty and support current and proposed research.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Chemistry / Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Paul G. Pickowicz Endowed Chair in Modern Chinese History
This chair was established by an anonymous donor to support a faculty member’s educational and research efforts in the department of history. Paul Pickowicz, the inaugural chair holder, is a specialist in twentieth century Chinese history, Chinese rural studies and Chinese cinema and society. He was a professor at UC San Diego from 1973 to 2016, and has authored several notable publications.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Micah Muscolino
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History
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General Campus
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Hajime Mori Chair in Japanese Language and Literature
This chair is named for Hajime Mori, a Japanese engineer whose company helped to rebuild Southeast Asia after World War II. Mori’s daughter-in-law, Marianne McDonald, provided the funding for the Mori Chair to honor his memory. McDonald is a professor in the department of theatre and dance. A pioneer in her field, she is one of the world’s foremost writers comparing ancient drama to modern film, plays and opera. The Mori Chair contributes to the interdisciplinary Japanese studies program in the department of literature.
DONOR Marianne McDonald, Ph.D.
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER Daisuke Miyao
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Japanese Language and Literature
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General Campus
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Nicholas Family Endowed Chair in Modern Greek History
Established to advance the study of Greek history from circa 1768 to the present, the chair celebrates the 17 million people of Greek heritage around the world and provides an opportunity to link that heritage with Ancient and Byzantine Greek history.
DONOR Penelope and George Nicholas and members of the San Diego Greek community
DATE EST. 2008
CHAIR HOLDER Thomas Gallant
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History
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General Campus
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Pacific Economic Cooperation Chair in International Economic Relations
Funded by Lawrence and Ewa Robinson, the chair supports research, teaching and lecturing activities in support of the Graduate School of International Relations and Pacific Studies’ unique Pacific Studies curriculum. Lawrence Robinson was a successful lawyer, businessman and judge before moving to San Diego with his wife, Ewa. Both became active in the San Diego Community, including with the UCSD Cancer Center board and the La Jolla Chamber Music Society.
DONOR Lawrence and Ewa Robinson
DATE EST. 1990
CHAIR HOLDER Joshua Graff Zivin
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School of Global Policy and Strategy / Economic Relations
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General Campus
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Stanford S. and Beverly P. Penner Endowed Chair in Engineering or Applied Sciences
The Penner Chair was established by the founding chair of UC San Diego’s first engineering department, Stanford S. Penner, to strengthen research efforts within the department of mechanical and aerospace engineering at the Jacobs School of Engineering.
DONOR Stanford S. Penner, Ph.D.
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER James Friend
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Jacobs School of Engineering/Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
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General Campus
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Distinguished Chair in Physical Chemistry
This chair was established through a generous gift from an anonymous donor. To give the university maximum flexibility in attracting and retaining the most outstanding faculty in physical chemistry, the chair is named simply the Distinguished Chair in Physical Chemistry.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Vicki H. Grassian
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Chemistry / Physical Chemistry
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General Campus
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Charles Lee Powell Endowed Chair in Mathematics I
The chair was established to enhance teaching and research in mathematics. After his family lost everything in the Civil War, Charles Lee Powell overcame tremendous odds to become one of the most respected engineers and businessmen in California.
DONOR Charles Lee Powell Foundation
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Ruth Williams
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Mathematics
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General Campus
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Charles Lee Powell Endowed Chair in Mathematics II
The chair was established to enhance teaching and research in mathematics. After his family lost everything in the Civil War, Charles Lee Powell migrated west and overcame tremendous odds to become one of the most respected engineers and businessmen in California. In 1954 he established the Charles Lee Powell Foundation to further education in the fields of science and engineering.
DONOR Charles Lee Powell Foundation
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER James McKernan
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Mathematics
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General Campus
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Charles Lee Powell Chair in Wireless Communication
This chair was established to enhance research and teaching in science and engineering at the Jacobs School of Engineering. After his family lost everything in the Civil War, Charles Lee Powell migrated west and overcame tremendous odds to become one of the most respected engineers and businessmen in California. In 1954 he established the Charles Lee Powell Foundation to further education in the fields of science and engineering.
DONOR Charles Lee Powell Foundation
DATE EST. 1996
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Wireless Communication
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General Campus
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Conrad Prebys Presidential Chair in Music
This chair will allow the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty in a broad range of musical disciplines. It will also provide fellowship research support for the chair holder. The chair was established from a gift from Conrad Prebys and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014. Conrad Prebys achieved much of his success from his work with Progress Construction Company and various real estate enterprises in California and Texas. In 2008, he was the leadership donor for the construction of the Conrad Prebys Music Center.
DONOR Conrad Prebys
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Rand Steiger
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Arts and Humanities
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General Campus
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William Prager Endowed Chair in Structural Mechanics
Established by Jacobs School of Engineering corporate affiliates, the chair supports the department of structural engineering in providing comprehensive education and training to engineers.
DONOR Corporate affiliates of the Jacobs School
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Jiun-Shyan Chen
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Structural Engineering
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General Campus
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Presidential Chair I
Presidential Chairs are designed to develop and enhance the quality of existing academic programs by attracting scholars who are considered to be the best in their fields. This chair was established by the University of California to encourage new research in areas related to the clean and efficient use of energy.
DONOR Funded by the University of California Board of Regents
DATE EST. 1980
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs Office
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General Campus
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Presidential Chair II
Presidential Chairs are established through the University of California to develop and enhance the quality of existing academic programs by attracting scholars who are considered to be the best in their fields.
DONOR Funded by the University of California Board of Regents
DATE EST. 1992
CHAIR HOLDER Terence Hwa
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Physics
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General Campus
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Presidential Chair III
Presidential Chairs are established through the University of California to develop and enhance the quality of existing academic programs by attracting scholars who are considered to be the best in their fields.
DONOR Funded by the University of California Board of Regents
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs Office
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General Campus
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Presidential Chair IV
Presidential Chairs are established through the University of California to develop and enhance the quality of existing academic programs by attracting scholars who are considered to be the best in their fields.
DONOR Funded by the University of California Board of Regents
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs Office
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General Campus
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Presidential Chair V
Presidential Chairs are established through the University of California to develop and enhance the quality of existing academic programs by attracting scholars who are considered to be the best in their fields.
DONOR Funded by the University of California Board of Regents
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs Office
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General Campus
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Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Communications and Technology Policy
Established through generous support from San Diego-based QUALCOMM, the chair supports innovative research and teaching in the Graduate School of International Relations and Pacific Studies.
DONOR QUALCOMM
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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School of Global Policy and Strategy
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General Campus
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Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Embedded Microsystems
Established through generous support from San Diego-based QUALCOMM, the chair supports the work of faculty in the department of computer science and engineering and the department of electrical and computer engineering.
DONOR QUALCOMM
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Rajesh Gupta
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Qualcomm Endowed Chair of Information Theory and Its Applications
Established through generous support from San Diego-based QUALCOMM, the chair supports the work of faculty in the department of computer sciences and engineering and the department of electrical and computer engineering.
DONOR QUALCOMM
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Alon Orlitsky
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Mobile Computing
Established through generous support from San Diego-based QUALCOMM, the chair supports the work of faculty in the department of computer sciences and engineering and the department of electrical and computer engineering.
DONOR QUALCOMM
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Yuanyuan Zhou
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Qualcomm Endowed Chair in Telecommunications and Information Technologies
Established through generous support from San Diego-based QUALCOMM, the chair supports the work of faculty in the department of computer sciences and engineering and the department of electrical and computer engineering.
DONOR QUALCOMM
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Ramesh Rao
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Gerry and Jeannie Ranglas Endowed Chair in Ancient Greek History
Showing pride in their heritage, members of San Diego’s Greek community established the Ranglas Chair to support research of ancient Greek history from circa 800 B.C. to the death of Alexander the Great, circa 300 B.C. The Ranglas chair is one of a trio of endowed Greek history faculty chairs that will position the University of California, San Diego as a global leader in comprehensive Greek studies.
DONOR Gerry and Jeannie Ranglas and other members of San Diego’s Greek community
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Denise Demetriou
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History
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General Campus
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Reed Family Presidential Chair in Music
This chair will allow the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty in a broad range of musical disciplines. It will also provide fellowship research support for the chair holder. The chair was established from a gift from Ann and Joel Reed and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014. The Reeds have been long time supporters of UC San Diego and believe that music and the arts are an important part of education.
DONOR Ann and Joel Reed
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Steven Schick
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Arts and Humanities
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General Campus
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Eric and Johanna Reissner Chair in the Department of Structural Engineering
This chair supports the work of a faculty member in the Jacobs School of Engineering. Eric Reissner, a mathematician and former faculty member, expanded the foundation of the theory of mathematical mechanics, leading to advances in civil engineering and design of aerospace structures.
DONOR The Reissner Family
DATE EST. 1999
CHAIR HOLDER Joel Conte
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Structural Engineering
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General Campus
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Stephen O. Rice Chair in Memory Recording Research
The Rice Chair honors the accomplishments of Stephen O. Rice, one of the great contributors to communications theory. A renowned scientist, after retiring he joined the UC San Diego faculty as a research physicist. The Rice Chair supports research interests related to magnetic recording in a variety of areas including chemistry, physics and engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Industry supporters of CMRR
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Center for Memory Recording Research (CMRR)
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General Campus
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Rohr Chair in Pacific International Relations
The chair was established to fund research, teaching and lecturing activities in support of the Graduate School of International Relations and Pacific Studies’ unique Pacific Studies curriculum. The chair honors Fred Rohr, the founder of Rohr Aircraft Corporation in San Diego, whose company helped to meet the surging demand of military aircraft during World War II. A sheet metal worker, Rohr had earlier been involved in the development of Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis.
DONOR Rohr Incorporated
DATE EST. 1988
CHAIR HOLDER Barbara Walter
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School of Global Policy and Strategy
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General Campus
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Paul D. Saltman Chair in Science Education
Established by friends and colleagues in honor of the late Paul D. Saltman, a highly respected professor of biology and expert on nutrition. The chair supports a senior member of the biology department who has demonstrated leadership in undergraduate and graduate teaching in science education.
DONOR Friends and colleagues of Paul Saltman
DATE EST. 1999
CHAIR HOLDER Laurie Smith
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Biological Sciences Division
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General Campus
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Science Applications International Corporation Chair in Engineering
Established with a gift from J. Robert Beyster, the gift supports the work of a faculty member in the Jacobs School of Engineering and is open to any field of study within the school. J. Robert Beyster is founder, chairman and CEO of Science Applications International Corporation, a high-tech research and engineering company. Beyster serves on the board of the UC San Diego Foundation and the UCSD CONNECT Program.
DONOR J. Robert Beyster; Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
DATE EST. 1995
CHAIR HOLDER Joseph Wang
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Kurt and Beatrice Shuler Chair in Theoretical Chemical Physics
Established by a planned gift from Dr. Kurt E. Shuler and Mrs. Beatrice Shuler, the chair supports the recruitment and retention of a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Dr. Shuler was recruited to UC San Diego as a founding faculty member of the Division of Physical Sciences in 1967. He was chair of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry from 1968-1970 and 1984-1987. He also served as faculty emeritus from 1991-2018. Dr. Shuler is credited with developing the technology used to create chemical lasers and co-developing the technology used to build the first re-generable carbon monoxide detector.
DONOR Kurt and Beatrice Shuler
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Chemistry / Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Skyworks Endowed Chair in High Performance Communications Devices & Circuits
Established in the department of electrical and computer engineering at the Jacobs School of Engineering, the Skyworks Chair supports research in the field of high performance communications devices and circuits.
DONOR Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (formerly Conexant Systems)
DATE EST. 2002
CHAIR HOLDER Ian Galton
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Electrical and Computer Engineering
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General Campus
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Sokwanlok Chair in Chinese International Affairs
The chair was established to provide funding to a faculty member in the field of international affairs who also possesses Chinese language skills and expertise on the role of China and/or Chinese people in international affairs and/or contemporary China. Kwan So is president of EVG Enterprises, Inc., a real estate investment firm. The Sos came to the university in 1990 with a desire to give back in appreciation of the success they found in the United States.
DONOR Kwan and Marion So
DATE EST. 1998
CHAIR HOLDER Barry Naughton
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Chinese International Affairs
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General Campus
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Herbert Stern Chair in Biology
Herbert Stern was a distinguished scientist and chair of the department of biology. To honor his memory, Ruth Stern, friends and colleagues established this chair which supports a faculty member studying cell division, plant or cell biology.
DONOR Ruth Stern, M.D.
DATE EST. 1999
CHAIR HOLDER Deborah L. Yelon
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Biological Sciences Division / Cell and Developmental Biology
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General Campus
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Leo and Trude Szilard Chancellor's Endowed Chair
This chair was established by a gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs as part of the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge — a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. Named in honor of Dr. Leo Szilard and Dr. Gertrude “Trude” Weiss Szilard, the chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member in the Jacobs School of Engineering.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Kun Zhang
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Jacob School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Molecular Biology
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Suresh Subramani
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Biological Sciences Division
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General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Cell & Developmental Biology
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Ethan Bier
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Biological Sciences Division |
General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Economics
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Karthik Muralidharan
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Economics |
General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Medicine
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Anita Raj
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Medicine |
Health Sciences
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Molecular Biology
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Ananda Goldrath
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Academic Affairs |
General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Cell and Developmental Biology
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Mark Estelle
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Academic Affairs |
General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship in Social Sciences
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER John Evans
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Academic Affairs |
General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship VIII
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs |
General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship IX
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs |
General Campus
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Tata Chancellor's Endowed Professorship X
Established in 2017 as part of UC San Diego’s commitment to the creation of the binational Tata Institute for Active Genetics and Society, a partnership between UC San Diego and India. The endowed chair will strengthen faculty alignment with the Tata Institute’s goals, and support the teaching and research of the chair holder.
DONOR UC San Diego
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Academic Affairs |
General Campus
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The Cecil Lytle African and African-American Music Endowment Initiative
The Cecil Lytle African and African-American Music Endowment Initiative was established with the generosity of over 100 donors across campus in honor of longtime UC San Diego Professor of Music, Cecil Lytle. This endowed chair is also a part of the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within the music department.
DONORChristopher and Patricia Weil and the Weil Family Foundation
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Arts and Humanities
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General Campus
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Ronald R. Taylor Chair in Information Technology in Computer Science
The chair was established for a faculty member in the Jacobs School of Engineering with an emphasis in database and information management with particular application in the health care industry. Ronald Taylor, a resident of La Jolla, was an executive and vice president of Hybritech, Inc., the first commercially successful biotechnology company. Taylor was also one of the founders of the Pyxis Corporation, providing technology that transformed the pharmaceutical industry.
DONOR Mary and Ronald R. Taylor
DATE EST. 1996
CHAIR HOLDER Pavel Pevzner
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Torrey Mesa Research Institute Chair in Plant Science
This chair was established to support agricultural research to protect health and the environment. Torrey Mesa Research Institute, formerly Novartis, is dedicated to agricultural genomics research and development to improve quality of life in an environmentally sustainable manner.
DONOR Torrey Mesa Research Institute (formerly Novartis)
DATE EST. 2000
CHAIR HOLDER Julian I. Schroeder
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Biological Sciences Division / Plant Science
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General Campus
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Harold Clayton Urey Chair in Chemistry
The Urey Chair was established by family, friends and colleagues in honor of the late Harold Clayton Urey, UC San Diego professor emeritus and a Nobel Prize winner. The endowment serves to complement and strengthen the current and proposed activities in the department of chemistry.
DONOR Family, friends and colleagues of Harold Urey
DATE EST. 1983
CHAIR HOLDER Clifford P. Kubiak
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Chemistry / Biochemistry
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General Campus
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Valtz Family Chair in Philosophy
While living in San Diego, Robert and Marie-Claire Valtz were very active in the community and at the university. Before leaving the area in 1986, they established this chair to express their appreciation of the university, and to ensure the continued excellence in the teaching and research in philosophy at UC San Diego.
DONOR Robert and Marie-Claire Valtz, M.A. ’75
DATE EST. 1990
CHAIR HOLDER Richard J. Arneson
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Philosophy
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General Campus
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Alkiviadis Vassiliadis Endowed Chair in Byzantine Greek History
Carol Vassiliadis, family, friends, colleagues and other members of San Diego’s Greek community established this chair to honor her late husband, Alkiviadis Vassiliadis. The Vassiliadis Chair supports teaching and research surrounding the more than 1,000 years of history of the Byzantine Empire.
DONOR Carol Vassiliadis and members of the San Diego Greek community
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Edward Watts
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History
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General Campus
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Arthur and Molli Wagner Chair in Acting
Arthur Wagner was the first chair of the department of theatre and dance, and along with the founding faculty, developed undergraduate and graduate programs from the ground up. With this chair, the Wagners continue to support the outstanding faculty in the department of theatre and dance.
DONOR Arthur and Molli Wagner
DATE EST. 1999
CHAIR HOLDER<>Richard Robichaux
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Theatre & Dance / Acting
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General Campus
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Stefan E. Warschawski Endowed Chair in Mathematics
Stefan E. Warschawski was a talented mathematician and the founder of UC San Diego’s mathematics department. Warschawski set high standards for the department, recruiting 24 outstanding faculty members in just three years. Through this endowed chair, Warschawski will continue to ensure the excellence of the mathematics department.
DONOR Ilse Warschawski
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Kiran Kedlaya
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Mathematics
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General Campus
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Sheryl and Harvey White Chair in Management Leadership
Harvey White is a co-founder of QUALCOMM Inc. and retired chairman and CEO of Leap Wireless International. The White’s established this chair to enhance the Rady School of Management’s continued efforts to work with students and companies on the issues of innovation, technology and operational growth—all key drivers for technology industries.
DONOR Sheryl and Harvey White
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDERKenneth Wilbur
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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S. Gill Williamson Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Computer Science
The chair was established by a gift from Steven R. Hart, MA ’80 and Susan O. Hart, PhD ’86 as part of the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge. The chair honors Stanley Gill Williamson, the former chair of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (1991-1996). Professor Williamson’s studies focused on algebraic and algorithmic combinations. After 39 years with the university, he became a dedicated faculty emeritus in 2004. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
DONOR Steven R. Hart, MA ’80 and Susan O. Hart, PhD ’86
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Mihir Bellare
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Jacobs School of Engineering / Computer Science and Engineering
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General Campus
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Jack Keil Wolf Endowed Chair in Electrical Engineering
The endowed chair was established by friends and colleagues to honor the late Dr. Jack Wolf. Wolf was actively engaged with UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering for more than 27 years. He was a pioneer in information theory and its applications and made profound contributions to digital communications and data storage. In 1993, Wolf was inducted into the National Academy of Engineering.
DONOR Various Donors
DATE EST. 2011
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Wolfe Family Presidential Chair in Life Sciences Innovation and Entrepreneurship
This chair will allow the recruitment and retention of an outstanding faculty member in the Rady School of Management. The chair was established from a gift made by William Wolfe, Scott and Cecilia Wolfe, and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014.
DONOR William Wolfe and Scott and Cecilia Wolfe
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDEROn Amir
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Herman Wouk Chair of Modern Jewish Studies
The Wouk Chair was established by the Judaic Studies Board of Visitors and community members to provide academic support for the study, research and teaching of the post-enlightenment period of Jewish civilization. A renowned author, Herman Wouk is known for his fictional accounts of World War II, including the Pulitzer Prize winning The Caine Mutiny and The Winds of War. Embracing his own Orthodox Judaism, Wouk later captured the compelling story of a young Jewish woman in the popular Marjorie Morningstar (1955).
DONOR The Judaic Studies Board of Visitors and community members
DATE EST. 1999
CHAIR HOLDER Deborah Hertz
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Judaic Studies
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General Campus
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Daniel Yankelovich Endowed Chair on Social Thought
Daniel Yankelovich is renowned as one of the most influential people of the past century in the arena of public affairs, communications and public relations, spending more than 40 years monitoring social change and public opinion in the United States. Yankelovich endowed the Chair on Social Thought in the Division of Social Sciences to support a senior social scientist whose work transcends traditional academic disciplines.
DONOR Daniel Yankelovich
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Lane Kenworthy
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Social Sciences
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General Campus
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Walter J. Zable Chair in Engineering
The Zable Chair was established to support faculty recruitment, teaching and research activities at the Jacobs School of Engineering. Walter Zable founded Cubic Corporation in 1951, which today is the parent company of two major segments: transportation and defense. Zable has been actively involved at UC San Diego, including as a past president of the Chancellor’s Associates and with the UC San Diego Foundation board of trustees.
DONOR Cubic Corporation
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Albert Pisano
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Zable Endowed Chair in Energy Technologies
The Zable Endowed Chair in Energy Technologies was established to support faculty recruitment, teaching and research activities at the Jacobs School of Engineering. Walter Zable founded Cubic Corporation in 1951, which today is the parent company of two major segments: transportation and defense. The Zables were actively involved at UC San Diego. Walter was a past president of the Chancellor’s Associates and served on the UC San Diego Foundation board of trustees.
DONOR Walter J. and Betty C. Zable
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Shaochen Chen
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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Zable Endowed Chair in Management Leadership
The Zable Endowed Chair in Management Leadership was established to support faculty recruitment, teaching and research activities and support the creation of new models for management education at the Rady School of Management. Walter Zable founded Cubic Corporation in 1951, which today is the parent company of two major segments: transportation and defense. The Zables were actively involved at UC San Diego. Walter was a past president of the Chancellor’s Associates and served on the UC San Diego Foundation board of trustees.
DONOR Walter J. and Betty C. Zable
DATE EST. 2013
CHAIR HOLDER Rossen Valkanov
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Rady School of Management
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General Campus
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Behrooz A. Akbarnia, MD and Nasrin A. Owsia, MD Endowed Chair in Spinal Surgery
The chair was established by gifts from Dr. Nasrin A. Owsia and Dr. Behrooz A. Akbarnia, various donors, and funds allocated by the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This chair supports the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty who are leading spine surgeons and contributors to advances in spinal surgery.
DONOR Various Donors
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Richard Allen
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Orthopaedic
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Health Sciences
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American Heart Association Chair in Cardiovascular Research
The chair was established in 1984 to support cardiovascular research at the School of Medicine. The American Heart Association works to reduce the incidence of heart disease and stroke through research, public education and community service programs.
DONOR American Heart Association
DATE EST. 1984
CHAIR HOLDER Ju Chen
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Cardiology
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Health Sciences
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Lewis Judd Chair in Behavioral Genomics
Established with a gift from an anonymous donor, the chair provides funding for teaching and research endeavors in behavioral genomics in the department of psychiatry. The Center for Behavioral Genomics at UC San Diego develops research projects that span the full spectrum of genetics, from basic research to clinical research studies with patients and their families.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Ming Tsaung
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Psychiatry
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Health Sciences
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Iris and Matthew Strauss Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Head and Neck Surgery
This chair was established through a gift from Iris and Matthew Strauss and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge — a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within the Department of Surgery.
DONOR Iris and Matthew Strauss
DATE EST. 2020
CHAIR HOLDER Joseph Califano
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Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Stuart I. Brown, M.D. Chair in Ophthalmology in Memory of Donald P. Shiley
The endowed chair was established to honor Dr. Stuart I. Brown and his world-renowned contributions to basic and clinical research of the cornea. He developed a corneal transplantation for babies born blind from corneal opacities. Brown was the first director of the Shiley Eye Center. The endowed chair was also established to honor the vision and support of the late Donald P. Shiley who, along with his wife Darlene, provided the leadership funding for the Shiley Eye Center.
DONOR Mrs. Abraham Ratner, Jean Hardy, Darlene Shiley
DATE EST. 2012
CHAIR HOLDER Natalie Afshari
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Endowed Chair in Cardiothoracic Surgery
The chair was established to support the recruitment of the nation’s best talent along with expanding the heart and lung research of UC San Diego Medical Center’s physician-scientists. The cardiovascular and thoracic surgery team at UC San Diego is known throughout the world for their pioneering research and innovative surgical therapy.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Epstein Family Chancellor's Chair in Alzheimer's Disease Research I
This endowed chair was established in consideration of Daniel J. Epstein, Phyllis Epstein, and Julie Bronstein’s support of the Epstein Family Alzheimer’s Disease Collaboration. In keeping with the Epsteins’s dedication to Alzheimer’s disease research, this chair will provide support for a distinguished faculty member and advance treatments and cures for Alzheimer’s disease.
DONOR Funded by UC San Diego campus funds
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Health Sciences
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Health Sciences
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Epstein Family Chancellor's Chair in Alzheimer's Disease Research II
This endowed chair was established in consideration of Daniel J. Epstein, Phyllis Epstein, and Julie Bronstein’s support of the Epstein Family Alzheimer’s Disease Collaboration. In keeping with the Epsteins’s dedication to Alzheimer’s disease research, this chair will provide support for a distinguished faculty member and advance treatments and cures for Alzheimer’s disease.
DONOR Funded by UC San Diego campus funds
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Health Sciences
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Health Sciences
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Epstein Family Chancellor's Chair in Alzheimer's Disease Research III
This endowed chair was established in consideration of Daniel J. Epstein, Phyllis Epstein, and Julie Bronstein’s support of the Epstein Family Alzheimer’s Disease Collaboration. In keeping with the Epsteins’s dedication to Alzheimer’s disease research, this chair will provide support for a distinguished faculty member and advance treatments and cures for Alzheimer’s disease.
DONOR Funded by UC San Diego campus funds
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Health Sciences
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Health Sciences
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Chugai Pharmaceutical Chair in Cancer
The chair was established for the director of the UCSD Cancer Center to support the teaching, research and administrative responsibilities of the director. Chugai Pharma USA, Inc. is engaged in drug discovery in selected fields of therapeutic research, including cancer and infectious diseases and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. The company is dedicated to providing fully integrated health-care products and services covering the prevention, detection and treatment of disease.
DONOR Chugai Pharma USA, Inc.
DATE EST. 1997
CHAIR HOLDER Scott M. Lippman
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Cancer Center
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Health Sciences
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Don and Karen Cohn Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery
Established with a gift from Donald and Karen Cohn and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge, the chair supports the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty in the Division of Neurosurgery in the Department of Surgery.
DONOR Donald and Karen Cohn
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Alexander Khalessi
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Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Chair in Computer-Aided Drug Discovery
UC San Diego has one of the strongest groups of faculty in the world for computer-aided drug discovery. Established through a Regents Fund, this chair enhances drug discovery efforts by complementing the campus’s existing pharmacology research strengths, ensuring that UC San Diego remains at the forefront of this area of medicine.
DONOR Chancellor’s Fund
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Michael K. Gilson
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Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Health Sciences
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Anthony DeMaria, MD, Endowed Chair
The chair was established in honor of UC San Diego faculty member, Dr. Anthony DeMaria, through the combined generosity of our university friends and family. Dr. DeMaria joined the UC San Diego faculty as chief of the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine in 1992. The chair will support a faculty member in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
DONOR Various Donors
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Cardiology
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Health Sciences
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Peter C. Farrell Presidential Chair in Pulmonary Medicine
The chair was established by a gift from ResMed, Inc. and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014. This chair is named for Peter C. Farrell, a former trustee of the UC San Diego Foundation. Farrell is the Founder, Chairman, and former CEO of ResMed, Inc.
DONOR ResMed, Inc.
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Atul Malhotra
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Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Garner Family Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Blood and Marrow Transplant
The chair was established by a gift from Wanda and Cam Garner as part of the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge. The Chancellor’s Chair Challenge is a program created to support the recruitment of quality tenured faculty. The chair will allow for the recruitment and the retention of a distinguished faculty member within the Department of Medicine.
DONOR Wanda D. and Cam L. Garner
DATE EST. 2018
CHAIR HOLDER Edward Ball
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Cancer Center/ Oncology-Hematology
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Health Sciences
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Dr. Igor and JoAnn Grant Chair in Psychiatry
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Igor Grant and Mrs. JoAnn Grant, various donors, and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. This administrative chair supports the chair of the Department of Psychiatry as appointed from time to time. Dr. Igor Grant is a distinguished professor and has served as chair of the Department of Psychiatry from 2014 to 2019. Dr. Grant is a neuropsychiatrist who joined UC San Diego in 1972.
DONOR JoAnn and Igor Grant
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Jeff Daskalakis
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Psychiatry
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Health Sciences
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Irma Gigli Endowed Chair in Dermatology
This chair was established to support teaching, research, and service activities related to research in dermatology and similar related fields. Irma Gigli is Professor Emerita and former Chair of the Division of Dermatology in the Department of Medicine, at UC San Diego.
DONOR Irma Gigli
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Richard Gallo
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Dermatology
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Health Sciences
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Morris Gleich, M.D. Endowed Chair in Glaucoma
This chair was established to support glaucoma research, education and surgical and medical innovation in glaucoma diagnosis and treatment. The chair honors the memory of Dr. Morris Gleich, a well-respected pediatric physician in New York, and a veteran of World War I.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Robert Weinreb
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Ted and Michelle Gurneé Chair in Hyperbaric and Diving Medicine
This chair was established to support hyperbaric medicine related research, education, medical innovation and treatments. Ted Gurneé is a long-time designer and engineer of hyperbaric medical systems.
DONOR Ted and Michelle Gurneé
DATE EST. 2012
CHAIR HOLDER Peter Lindholm
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Emergency Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Larry L. Hillblom Foundation Endowed Chair in Geriatrics
The Larry L. Hillblom Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting medical research, particularly at the University of California. This chair was established to support research targeted to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and/or cures of age-related chronic or degenerative disorders of the brain and vision.
DONOR Larry L. Hillblom Foundation
DATE EST. 2003
CHAIR HOLDER Alison Moore
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Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Ben and Wanda Hildyard Chair for Hereditary Diseases
This chair was established to provide support for basic research of hereditary diseases. The Hildyards were especially interested in diseases associated with people of English and Scottish descent. Ben Hildyard had a distinguished career as a civil engineer and Wanda Hildyard worked for many years at UC San Diego.
DONOR Ben and Wanda Hildyard
DATE EST. 2012
CHAIR HOLDER Christopher Glass
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Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Ben and Wanda Hildyard Chair for Mitochondrial and Metabolic Diseases
This chair was established to provide support for basic research of adult mitochondrial and metabolic disease. Ben Hildyard had a distinguished career as a civil engineer and Wanda Hildyard worked for many years at UC San Diego.
DONOR Ben and Wanda Hildyard
DATE EST. 2012
CHAIR HOLDER Michael Karin
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Metabolic Disorders
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Health Sciences
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Ben and Wanda Hildyard Chair for Diseases of the Eye
This chair was established to provide support for basic research of adult mitochondrial and metabolic disease. Ben Hildyard had a distinguished career as a civil engineer and Wanda Hildyard worked for many years at UC San Diego.
DONOR Ben and Wanda Hildyard
DATE EST. 2012
CHAIR HOLDER Napoleone Ferrara
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Dr. Trude K. Hollander Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology
Established by a planned gift from Dr. Trude Hollander, the chair supports the recruitment and retention of a faculty member in the Department of Ophthalmology’s Division of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Hollander received her medical degree in Bonn, Germany, in 1936 as one of four women who graduated in her class. She had a 45-year career in medicine before retiring in San Diego with her husband, and she celebrated her 108th birthday before passing away in 2018.
DONOR Trude Hollander
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Don Kikkawa
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Hood Family Endowed Dean’s Chair in Public Health
Established with a gift from the John and Sally Hood Family Foundation and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge, this administrative chair supports the recruitment and retention of a quality tenured faculty member to fill the role of Dean of the Wertheim School.
DONOR John and Sally Hood Family Foundation
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Cheryl Anderson
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School of Public Health
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Health Sciences
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Sheri L. Kelts Endowed Chair in Cardiothoracic Surgery
The chair will allow for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member from the areas of thoracic surgery or cardiovascular surgery. The chair is named in honor of Sheri Jamieson, a longtime friend and generous supporter of UC San Diego.
DONORVarious Donors
DATE EST. 2020
CHAIR HOLDER Mark Onaitis
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Cardiovascular Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Helen A. Jarrett Endowed Chair in Alzheimer's Disease Research
Helen Jarrett was a longtime resident of San Diego with an interest in Alzheimer’s disease research. Funds from her estate established this chair to provide support for research in the neuropsychology of Alzheimer’s disease.
DONOR Helen A. Jarrett Estate
DATE EST. 1999
CHAIR HOLDER David P. Salmon
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Alzheimer's Disease
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Health Sciences
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Nancy Kaehr Chair in Pediatric Research
Local philanthropists Reverend Michael and Dr. Nancy Kaehr established this chair to support research in the prevention and treatment of pediatric diseases, including such fields of study as pharmacology, biochemistry, physiology and genetics.
DONOR Michael and Nancy Kaehr
DATE EST. 1987
CHAIR HOLDER Sanjay K. Nigam
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Pediatrics
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Health Sciences
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Martin F. Kagnoff and Marcia C. Kagnoff Distinguished Endowed Chair in Mucosal Immunology and Inflammation Research
Established by Drs. Martin and Marcia Kagnoff to support a chair holder in the Division of Gastroenterology with emphasis on mucosal immunology and inflammation. Dr. Martin Kagnoff is a distinguished Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics and Gastroenterology at UC San Diego, and the Director of the Warren Medical Research Center for Celiac Disease Medicine. Dr. Marcia Kagnoff is a distinguished clinical professor of psychiatry at UC San Diego and worked in support of child and maternal mental health legislation.
DONOR Drs. Martin and Marcia Kagnoff
DATE EST. 2014
CHAIR HOLDER Not Currently Filled
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Gastroenterology
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Health Sciences
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Koman Family Presidential Endowed Chair in Cancer Research
This chair will allow the recruitment and retention of outstanding top-tier faculty in areas of highest priority for cancer research, personalized medicine, and patient outcomes. It will also provide fellowship support for the chair holder. The chair was established from a gift from Amy and William J. Koman and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014. The Koman Group founded Pedal the Cause – San Diego, a charity bike ride benefiting cancer research.
DONOR Amy and William J. Koman
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Catriona Jamieson
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Cancer Center/ Oncology-Hematology
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Health Sciences
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Richard K. Lansche M.D., and Tatiana A. Lansche Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology
Established to further research at the Shiley Eye Center at UC San Diego, the contribution honors the work and memory of the late Richard K. Lansche, M.D., a respected San Diego-area ophthalmologist.
DONOR Tatiana A. Lansche
DATE EST. 2004
CHAIR HOLDER Linda Zangwill/p>
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation Chair of Collaborative Human Milk Research
This chair was established by the Family Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation, the only foundation worldwide with the primary focus of promoting and supporting human milk and breastfeeding. The Foundation partnered with UC San Diego to create the Mother-Milk-Infant Center of Research Excellence (MoMI CoRE). The chair will support the research, teaching, and service activities of the Director of MoMI CoRE.
DONOR The Family Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDER Lars Bode
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School of Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Levine Family Chancellor's Endowed Chair in Surgical Oncology
Established with a gift from Peter J. Levine and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge, this endowed chair provides support for a faculty member with expertise in surgical oncology, helping propel research in this critical field.
DONOR Peter J. Levine
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDER Andrew Lowy
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Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Estelle and Edgar Levi Memorial Chair in Aging
In memory of Estelle and Edgar Levi, the Levi children established this chair to develop a greater understanding of the aging process and improve the quality of life in later years. Edgar Levi was born in San Diego in 1886. He married Estelle in 1912, and both became widely involved community members.
DONOR Ruth Levi Schulman, Norman G. Levi and Richard C. Levi
DATE EST. 1988
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Stein Institute for Research on Aging
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Health Sciences
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Benard L. Maas Chair in Inherited Metabolic Disease
The Benard L. Maas Foundation was established in the 1960s to support programs that benefit children and their health. With this chair, the Foundation is helping to promote a better understanding of the causes, prevention and treatment of inherited metabolic disease through basic and clinical research.
DONOR The Benard L. Maas Foundation
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER Marilyn Jones
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Pediatrics/Metabolic Disorders
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Health Sciences
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Sharon B. and Lawrence F. Marshall, MD Presidential Chair in Neurosurgery
This chair honors Dr. Lawrence F. Marshall and Sharon B. Marshall, and supports teaching and research in neurosurgery at the School of Medicine. Marshall is a distinguished neurosurgeon, internationally recognized expert in traumatic head injury, and Professor Emeritus at UC San Diego. Sharon B. Marshall is a registered nurse and previously worked as the research coordinator in the Division of Neurosurgery at UC San Diego. The chair was also funded with a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Neurosurgery
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Health Sciences
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Mary Gilman Marston Chair in Psychiatry
The chair was endowed by the late Mary Marston in her will to promote teaching and research in psychiatry. A San Diego resident for 107 years, Mary Marston was active in the life of the city. In 1974, Marston gave her home and several acres of grounds adjacent to Balboa Park to the city for public park purposes. She is remembered by family and friends for with affection and respect for her charm, energy and intellect.
DONOR Mary Gilman Marston Estate
DATE EST. 1988
CHAIR HOLDER Igor Grant
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Psychiatry
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Health Sciences
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Kenneth M. Moser Endowed Chair
Kenneth M. Moser, M.D., was a founding faculty member of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. Moser was widely recognized for his work in pulmonary vascular diseases, renowned for his specialty in acute and chronic thromboembolic disease. His leadership and pioneering spirit continues to inspire faculty and staff of the division today. This chair honors his memory while supporting the recruitment of stellar leadership to the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.
DONOR Various supporters of UC San Diego Health Sciences
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Jess Mandel
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Medicine
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Health Sciences
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MRD Endowed Chair in Pediatrics
Established by Dr. Ranjan Dohil, a professor of clinical pediatrics at UC San Diego School of Medicine and a pediatric gastroenterologist at Rady Children’s Hospital – San Diego and Dr. Magdalene Dohil, Clinical Professor of Pediatric Dermatology at UC San Diego School of Medicine and Rady Children’s Hospital – San Diego. The chair will allow for the recruitment and retention of an outstanding faculty member from the field of pediatric gastroenterology and provide research fellowship support to the chair holder.
DONOR Dr. Ranjan Dohil and Dr. Magdalene Dohil
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Seema Aceves
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Pediatrics/Gastroenterology
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Health Sciences
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Nancy Olmsted Chair in Pediatric Pulmonology
Local philanthropists Reverend Michael and Dr. Nancy Kaehr established the Olmsted Chair to focus on the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of children with pulmonary conditions, especially with cystic fibrosis.
DONOR Michael and Nancy Kaehr
DATE EST. 1992
CHAIR HOLDER Gabriel Haddad
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Pediatrics / Pulmonology
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Health Sciences
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M. J. Orloff Family Endowed Chair in Surgery
This chair is named for Marshall J. Orloff, professor emeritus in the department of surgery at UC San Diego and one of the founding faculty members of the School of Medicine. A distinguished scholar, Orloff authored numerous notable publications and was well-known for his research in areas such as liver physiology and disease, gastrointestinal physiology, and organ preservation and transplantation. In his honor, the Orloff chair supports a stellar faculty member in the department of surgery.
DONOR Various donors who wished to honor the Orloff family
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Bryan Clary
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Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Marshall Saunders Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Global Climate Policy and Research
Established through a gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs, this chair will support the work of an outstanding faculty member in the School of Global Policy and Strategy whose work focuses on climate change policy and research. This chair seeks to honor the philanthropic legacy of Marshall Saunders, whose profound generosity and forward-thinking advocacy addressed the pressing issues of climate change, poverty, and others.
DONOR Joan and Irwin Jacobs
DATE EST. 2020
CHAIR HOLDER Jennifer Burney
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School of Global Policy and Strategy
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General Campus
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The Marcie and Michael Oxman Professorship in Infectious Diseases
Established with a gift from Marcie and Michael Oxman, the professorship provides support for a distinguished physician with a career devoted to fundamental research in the pathogenesis of infectious diseases, as well as teaching and patient care. Infectious disease specialist Michael Oxman is a professor of medicine and pathology at UC San Diego.
DONOR Marcie and Michael Oxman, M.D.
DATE EST. 1995
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Medicine/Infectious Diseases
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Health Sciences
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George E. Palade Endowed Chair
The Palade Endowed Chair supports a faculty member in the department of cellular and molecular medicine. The chair was established to honor Nobel laureate George Palade, M.D., who is considered the father of modern cell biology. Palade came to UC San Diego from Yale University in 1990 to serve as the UCSD School of Medicine’s first dean for Scientific Affairs, where he created one of the preeminent cell biology programs in the nation and served as a professor of Medicine. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1974.
DONOR The Richard Lounsbery Foundation, the Margaret Shaw Roberts Fund, the Joseph N. Roberts Estate and friends and colleagues of Palade.
DATE EST. 2006
CHAIR HOLDER Peter Novick
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Health Sciences
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Health Sciences
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C. Lowell and JoEllen Parsons Endowed Chair in Urology
With support from faculty, alumni and friends, this chair was established to support a senior faculty member at the department of urology in the School of Medicine. The department of urology is known for its cutting-edge research, excellent teaching and first-rate patient care. The chair will allow for the recruitment and the retention of a distinguished faculty member in the department.
DONOR Funded by UC San Diego campus funds
DATE EST. 2008
CHAIR HOLDER Jennifer Anger
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Urology
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Health Sciences
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Edith and William Perlman Chair in Clinical Cardiology
William M. Perlman was a Russian-born lawyer who became a La Jolla philanthropist and active supporter of UC San Diego. The Perlmans were charter members of the UC San Diego Institute for Research on Aging, with William serving as director. The Perlmans established this chair to enhance the ongoing research, patient care and teaching in clinical cardiology.
DONOR Edith and William Perlman
DATE EST. 1985
CHAIR HOLDER Ehtisham Mahmud
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Cardiology
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Health Sciences
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John G. Pickard Chair in Cardiac Surgery
A bequest from the John G. Pickard Charitable Trust established this chair to support research, teaching and service activities in the Department of Surgery in the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. Pickard was a longtime resident of La Jolla who enjoyed a successful real estate career in San Diego. Before this, Pickard served as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army. For his extraordinary heroism in action during World War II, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross.
DONOR John G. Pickard Charitable Trust
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Michael Madani
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Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Helen Ranney Endowed Chair in Medicine
Helen Ranney, M.D., was a UC San Diego faculty member and chair of the department of medicine, the first woman at a major American medical school to hold that position. She is known for her ground-breaking research that illuminated the genetic basis of sickle cell disease. A renowned hematologist, physician and professor, Ranney garnered many prestigious honors, including membership in the National Academy of Sciences. The chair holder of the Ranney Chair simultaneously serves as the executive chair of the department of medicine.
DONOR Friends and colleagues of Ranney
DATE EST. 1991
CHAIR HOLDER Zea Borok
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Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Anne Ratner Chair in Pediatric Ophthalmology
Established at the Abraham Ratner Children’s Eye Center, the chair helps to further the research, teaching and clinical care conducted at the center. In honor of her late husband, Anne Ratner donated the lead gift to found the Abraham Ratner Children’s Eye Center in the department of pediatric ophthalmology at the UC San Diego School of Medicine. Together, their association with the university dates back to 1967, when the couple became the original members of the Chancellor’s Associates.
DONOR Anne F. Ratner
DATE EST. 2000
CHAIR HOLDER David Granet
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Pediatrics / Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Florence Riford Chair for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Research
One of the nation's first faculty chairs dedicated to studying a cure for AIDS, La Jolla philanthropist Florence Riford’s gift will advance research of the cause, treatment and prevention of AIDS and related disorders. Riford held a deep concern for quality of life and generously gave her time and financial support to benefit both old and young in the San Diego community.
DONOR Florence Seeley Riford
DATE EST. 1986
CHAIR HOLDER David Smith
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AIDS Research
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Health Sciences
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Florence Riford Chair for Alzheimer's Disease Research
This chair was established to focus on the cause, treatment and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Florence Riford held a deep concern for quality of life and generously gave her time and financial support to benefit both old and young in the San Diego community.
DONOR Florence Seeley Riford
DATE EST. 1983
CHAIR HOLDER William Mobley
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Alzheimer's Disease
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Health Sciences
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Florence Riford Chair for Neurodegenerative Disease and Dementia
This chair was established to focus on the cause, treatment and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Florence Riford held a deep concern for quality of life and generously gave her time and financial support to benefit both old and young in the San Diego community.
DONOR Florence Seeley Riford
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Jerome Mertens
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Alzheimer's Disease
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Health Sciences
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Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorship I
The Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorships were established in 2019 from a transformational gift made by T. Denny Sanford. The endowed chair supports the mission of the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion to promote the well-being of clinicians and their patients. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching and research that advances the frontiers of knowledge in empathy and compassion.
DONOR T. Denny Sanford
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Sanford Institute
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Health Sciences
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Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorship II
The Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorships were established in 2019 from a transformational gift made by T. Denny Sanford. The endowed chair supports the mission of the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion to promote the well-being of clinicians and their patients. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching and research that advances the frontiers of knowledge in empathy and compassion.
DONOR T. Denny Sanford
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Sanford Institute
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Health Sciences
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Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorship III
The Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorships were established in 2019 from a transformational gift made by T. Denny Sanford. The endowed chair supports the mission of the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion to promote the well-being of clinicians and their patients. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching and research that advances the frontiers of knowledge in empathy and compassion.
DONOR T. Denny Sanford
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Sanford Institute
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Health Sciences
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Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorship IV
The Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion Professorships were established in 2019 from a transformational gift made by T. Denny Sanford. The endowed chair supports the mission of the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion to promote the well-being of clinicians and their patients. The chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty supporting and participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching and research that advances the frontiers of knowledge in empathy and compassion.
DONOR T. Denny Sanford
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Sanford Institute
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Health Sciences
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Joseph D. Schmidt, MD Presidential Chair in Urology
The chair was established by an anonymous gift and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014. Joseph D. Schmidt, a professor emeritus, served UC San Diego from 1976 through 2015. Schmidt also served as chief of the Division of Urology at UC San Diego. The endowed chair will support the chair of the Department of Urology in the teaching, research and service activities of the department at UC San Diego Health.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Manoj Monga
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Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Shiley Chair in Alzheimer's Disease Research in Honor of Dr. Leon Thal
The endowed chair is a tribute to Leon Thal, M.D., a world-renowned investigator whose efforts significantly contributed to the understanding of the cause, prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Thal was a distinguished professor and chair of neurosciences at the UC San Diego School of Medicine whose life was cut short in a tragic plane crash.
DONOR Donald and Darlene Shiley
DATE EST. 2005
CHAIR HOLDER Judy Pa
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Neurosciences
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Health Sciences
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Harold Simon Chair in International Health and Cross-Cultural Medicine
Named for Harold Simon, the former chief of the Division of International Health and Cross-Cultural Medicine, the chair was established to recruit a new, prominent faculty member to the division. A leader in the field of global health, Simon’s contributions include helping with the design of health care systems serving developing countries and initiating cultural awareness training as part of the medical student experience.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2000
CHAIR HOLDER Steffanie Strathdee
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International Health
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Health Sciences
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Martin Stein Endowed Chair in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Sam Walton, founder of Wal-Mart, lived his life with a commitment to philanthropy. Today, the Walton Family Foundation is committed to supporting education. The Martin Stein Chair supports the expansion of programs in patient care and research in conditions that affect the development and behavior of children and adolescents. The endowment will also support teaching programs for the next generation of pediatricians who are training at UC San Diego. The chair is named for faculty member Martin Stein, M.D., a clinician-educator in developmental and behavioral pediatrics.
DONOR The Walton Family Foundation
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Janine Young
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Pediatrics
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Health Sciences
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Evelyn and Edwin Tasch Chair in Cancer Research
Evelyn Tasch established this chair as a tribute to her husband, Edwin, who died of lung cancer. The chair is an expression of appreciation for the care provided to him by the UCSD Cancer Center. Edwin Tasch was active in his community as a businessman, stock market investor, cub scout leader and little league coach. In his memory, the Tasch Chair supports an outstanding faculty member in the field of cancer research.
DONOR Evelyn Tasch
DATE EST. 1990
CHAIR HOLDER Thomas J. Kipps
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Cancer Center
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Health Sciences
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Tasch Endowed Chair in Parkinson's Disease Research
The chair was established to support research and advances in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Evelyn Tasch was a successful businesswoman and active community member. Among her accomplishments, she operated an interior design company and worked for Bloomingdale’s.
DONOR Evelyn Tasch
DATE EST. 2000
CHAIR HOLDER Irene Litvan
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Parkinson's Disease
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Health Sciences
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Monroe E. Trout Chair in Surgery
Monroe Trout is known for his remarkable contributions to the American health care industry, first in his medical practice and then in the pharmaceutical industry. In La Jolla, he was president, chairman and CEO of American Health Care Systems, president of the UC San Diego Foundation and a member of the university’s Medical Center Board of Advisers. The chair was established to honor an outstanding UC San Diego surgeon for his or her dedication and expertise.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 1995
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Surgery
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Health Sciences
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Sandra and Monroe Trout Chair in Pharmacology
Monroe Trout is known for his remarkable contributions to the American health care industry, first in his medical practice and then in the pharmaceutical industry. Sandra Trout worked at the Capitol Times in Wisconsin and taught English in Virginia before becoming the chief financial officer for the Fairbanks Ranch Association. Longtime supporters of UC San Diego, the Trouts established this chair to support new medical research and increase the scope of investigations of new drugs and treatments.
DONOR Sandra and Monroe Trout
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Palmer W. Taylor
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Pharmacology
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Health Sciences
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US HAEA Endowed Chair at UC San Diego
The US Hereditary Angioedema Association is a nonprofit patient advocacy and research organization. The Association provides HAE patients and their families with a support network and a wide range of services. This chair was created to support and advance clinical research designed to improve the lives of HAE patients.
DONOR US Hereditary Angioedema Association
DATE EST. 2012
CHAIR HOLDER Bruce Zuraw
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Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Achille Viterbi Chair
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Andrew Viterbi in honor of his father, Dr. Achille Viterbi. Dr. Achille Viterbi was an ophthalmologist and head of the department of ophthalmology at the city hospital in Bergamo, Italy, in the 1930s. The Viterbis relocated to the United States in 1939, where Dr. Achille Viterbi continued his ophthalmology practice. This chair reflects UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports teaching and research activities of the chair holder in the Department of Ophthalmology.
DONOR Andrew Viterbi
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Viterbi Family Chair of Ophthalmic Genetics
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Andrew Viterbi in honor of his father’s legacy as an ophthalmologist. This chair reflects UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports teaching and research activities of the chair holder in the Department of Ophthalmology.
DONOR Andrew Viterbi
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDERRadha Ayyagari
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Viterbi Family Chair for Retinal Vascular Diseases
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Andrew Viterbi in honor of his father’s legacy as an ophthalmologist. This chair reflects UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports teaching and research activities of the chair holder in the Department of Ophthalmology.
DONOR Andrew Viterbi
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDEREric Nudleman
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Viterbi Family Chair V
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Andrew Viterbi in honor of his father’s legacy as an ophthalmologist. This chair reflects UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports teaching and research activities of the chair holder in the Department of Ophthalmology.
DONOR Andrew Viterbi
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDERNot currently filled
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Viterbi Family Chair VI
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Andrew Viterbi in honor of his father’s legacy as an ophthalmologist. This chair reflects UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports teaching and research activities of the chair holder in the Department of Ophthalmology.
DONOR Andrew Viterbi
DATE EST. 2022
CHAIR HOLDERNot currently filled
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Alfred Vogt Chair
The chair was established by a gift from Dr. Andrew Viterbi in honor of his family’s friend, Dr. Alfred Vogt. Dr. Vogt was integral in supporting the Viterbi family’s immigration from Italy to the United States before World War II. Dr. Vogt was an internationally renowned ophthalmologist who made innovative discoveries in ophthalmic research. He received the Donders Medal and the Golden Gullstrand Medal in 1942—the highest distinction ophthalmologists could receive at the time. This chair reflects UC San Diego’s commitment to the recruitment and retention of diverse, top-quality faculty. The endowed chair supports teaching and research activities of the chair holder in the Department of Ophthalmology.
DONOR Andrew Viterbi
DATE EST. 2019
CHAIR HOLDER Alex Huang
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Ophthalmology
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Health Sciences
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Sam M. Walton Endowed Chair for Cancer Research
Sam Walton, founder of Wal-Mart, lived his life with a commitment to philanthropy. Today, the Walton Family Foundation is committed to supporting education. The Walton Endowed Chair supports the nutritional research of the UCSD Cancer Center Diet Study.
DONOR The Walton Family Foundation
DATE EST. 1993
CHAIR HOLDER Elena Martinez
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Cancer Center
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Health Sciences
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John B. West Endowed Chair in Respiratory Physiology
The chair was established by a gift from UC San Diego professor emeritus John B. West and the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge, a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The chair will allow for the recruitment and the retention of a distinguished faculty member within the division of physiology. John B. West is a dedicated faculty emeriti of UC San Diego, and is world renowned for his research in respiratory physiology and has developed an archival collection of material in high-altitude medicine and physiology for UC San Diego Special Archives and Collections.
DONOR John B. West
DATE EST. 2017
CHAIR HOLDER Tatum Simonson
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Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Judith and Jack White Chair in Cardiology
La Jolla resident Jack White founded the first discount investment brokerage firm on the West Coast, Jack White & Company, and went on to build one of the most successful discount brokerages in the nation. Interested in heart disease research, the Whites established this chair to support and enhance cardiovascular research at UC San Diego.
DONOR Judith and Jack White
DATE EST. 2000
CHAIR HOLDER Anthony DeMaria
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Cardiology
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Health Sciences
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Muriel Jeanette Whitehill Chair in Bio-Medical Ethics
With a gift from physician Jules Whitehill, this chair was established to focus on the ethical issues in biology, medicine and other related areas, and to encourage cooperative efforts between the School of Medicine and other academic departments on campus. The named chair honors Whitehill’s wife, Muriel, who died of cancer.
DONOR Jules Leonard Whitehill
DATE EST. 1988
CHAIR HOLDER Lynette Cederquist
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Biomedical Ethics
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Health Sciences
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Winkler Endowed Chair for Type 1 Diabetes Research, In Honor of Alberto Hayek, M.D.
David and Sherry Winkler established this chair to honor Alberto Hayek, professor of pediatrics at UC San Diego, for his dedication and ground-breaking research relating to the control and treatment of Type 1 diabetes. By supporting a faculty member in the department of pediatrics, this chair will help to ensure that U.C. San Diego continues to be a leader in diabetes and insulin-based research.
DONOR David and Sherry Winkler
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Kyle Gaulton
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Type 1 Diabetes Research
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Health Sciences
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Samuel S. C. Yen Chair in Reproductive Medicine
Samuel S.C. Yen, M.D., D.Sc., was an international leader in the field of reproductive endocrinology. A professor emeritus and former chair of the department of reproductive medicine at the UC San Diego School of Medicine, Yen was known for unraveling the complex systems involved in controlling the female reproductive cycle. To honor his contributions, the Samuel S. C. Yen Chair was established to focus on the problems in human reproduction and promote a better understanding of the cause, prevention and treatment of infertility.
DONOR Walter R. Persons Foundation; Emerson Electronic Foundation
DATE EST. 1986
CHAIR HOLDER Cynthia Gyamfi-Bannerman
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Reproductive Medicine
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Health Sciences
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Victor C. Alderson Chair of Applied Ocean Science
The Alderson Chair was established to promote research that advances areas of ocean science such as oceanic remote sensing, signal processing, material science, electronic instrumentation and computer engineering. Victor Alderson, a Mayflower descendent born in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is a distinguished faculty member at UC San Diego. He served as deputy director of the Marine Physical Laboratory at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, taught in the department of physics and served as chair of the department of electrical engineering and computer sciences.
DONOR Anne and Victor Anderson
DATE EST. 1982
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Ocean Science
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Benedek Chair in Ocean Sensor Science
Andrew Benedek, Ph.D. is a leader in membrane research and technology and a renowned authority on global water related issues. In 1980 Benedek founded ZENON Environmental to develop cost-effective membrane solutions for water treatment, which are now applied to wastewater, reclaimed water, industrial uses and home appliances, as well as desalination and drinking water. Benedek is currently a research associate at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego and serves on several corporate and advisory boards in the region.
DONOR Andrew Benedek
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Ocean Science
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Edward A. Frieman Endowed Presidential Chair in Climate Sustainability
Joy Frieman established this chair in honor of her late husband, Dr. Edward A. Frieman, the eighth director of Scripps Institution of Oceanography and Vice Chancellor of Marine Sciences from 1986-1996. Frieman became interested in climate change while serving as the director of the Office of Energy Research at the U.S. Department of Energy. This chair supports teaching and research in climate sustainability. The chair was also funded with a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014.
DONOR Joy Frieman
DATE EST. 2016
CHAIR HOLDER Katharine Ricke
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Edward A. Frieman Chair in Global Observation Research
Established by friends and colleagues in honor of Edward A. Frieman, director of Scripps Institution of Oceanography and vice chancellor of marine sciences from 1986-1996, the chair promotes global observation research.
DONOR Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) and Ellen Revelle Eckis
DATE EST. 1998
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Global Observation Research
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Elizabeth Hamman and Morgan Dene Oliver Chair in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation Science
Established with a gift from Elizabeth and Morgan Oliver, the chair supports research and teaching efforts related to marine biodiversity and conservation science. Morgan Oliver is CEO of Oliver McMillan Co., one of the largest commercial development firms headquartered in San Diego. He has been recognized for producing major architectural award-winning projects throughout the Southwest. Elizabeth Oliver serves on the Scripps Institution of Oceanography Director’s Cabinet.
DONOR Elizabeth Hamman Oliver and Morgan Dene Oliver
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Stuart Sandin
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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John Dove Isaacs Chair in Natural Philosophy for Scripps Institution of Oceanography
John Dove Isaacs was a world-renowned scientist, engineer, teacher, naturalist, fisherman, author, inventor and Scripps Institution of Oceanography professor. One of the first to approach oceanography as an interdisciplinary field of study, this chair honors Isaacs for his groundbreaking contributions. The chair supports the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
DONOR Mary Carol Isaacs and Campus Funds
DATE EST. 1982
CHAIR HOLDER Sarah Aarons
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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John Dove Isaacs Chair in Natural Philosophy for Engineering
John Dove Isaacs was a world-renowned scientist, engineer, teacher, naturalist, fisherman, author, inventor and Scripps Institution of Oceanography professor. One of the first to approach oceanography as an interdisciplinary field of study, this chair honors Isaacs for his groundbreaking contributions. The chair supports the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member of the Jacobs School of Engineering.
DONOR Mary Carol Isaacs and Campus Funds
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Carlos Coimbra
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Jacobs School of Engineering
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General Campus
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John Dove Isaacs Chair in Natural Philosophy for Physical Sciences
John Dove Isaacs was a world-renowned scientist, engineer, teacher, naturalist, fisherman, author, inventor and Scripps Institution of Oceanography professor. One of the first to approach oceanography as an interdisciplinary field of study, this chair honors Isaacs for his groundbreaking contributions. The chair supports the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member in the Division of Physical Sciences.
DONOR Mary Carol Isaacs and Campus Funds
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Mark Thiemens
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Physical Sciences
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General Campus
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McQuown Chair in Natural Science at SIO
John and Leslie McQuown established this chair to contribute to education and research programs in complex systems, environmental forecasting and resource issues. John McQuown is a founder and chairman of KMV LLC, which was acquired by Moody’s in 2002. Moody’s KMV is the world’s leading provider of quantitative credit analysis solutions to lenders, investors and corporations. An avid scuba diver, McQuown has attended several workshops at Scripps Institution of Oceanography to learn more about marine biology.
DONOR John and Leslie McQuown
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER George Sugihara
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Walter Munk Endowed Chair in Ocean Exploration
The chair is named in honor of Walter Munk, a geophysicist at Scripps Institution of Oceanography since 1947, who made groundbreaking observation of waves, ocean temperature, tidal energy in the deep ocean, ocean acoustics, and the rotation of the earth. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty member who participates in “daring ocean exploration and observation.
DONOR Walter Munk and Various Donors
DATE EST. 2021
CHAIR HOLDER Amina Schartup
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Jerome Namias Chair
The chair honors Jerome Namias, a pioneer in the field of climate change and founder of the Climate Research Group at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. His success in recruiting talent and mentoring students was instrumental in developing one of the world's leading climate research programs.
DONOR Edith and Jerome Namias Trust
DATE EST. 2009
CHAIR HOLDER Ian Eisenman
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Presidential Chair for Climate Change Adaptation
This chair will allow the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty and provide fellowship research support for the chair holder. The chair holder also serves as the Executive Director of the center for Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. The chair was established from a gift made by Richard and Carol Hertzberg and a UC Presidential match, as part of President Janet Napolitano’s endowed chair program launched in 2014.
DONOR Richard H. and Carol D. Hertzberg
DATE EST. 2015
CHAIR HOLDER Mark Merrifield
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Roger Revelle Chair in Environmental Science
Named for Roger Revelle, the founding father of UC San Diego, the chair is a tribute to his memory and reputation as one of the world’s premier oceanographers. The endowment will assist in recruiting an outstanding climate scientist to Scripps Institution of Oceanography, one of the world’s foremost climate change research institutions
DONOR Revelle Family
DATE EST. 2007
CHAIR HOLDER Shang-Ping Xie
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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William E. and Mary B. Ritter Memorial Chair
The chair is named in honor of the founder and first director of UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography, William Ritter, and his wife Mary. One of the early prominent marine invertebrate biologists, Ritter envisioned an integrative approach to oceanography, a vision that has helped to establish Scripps as the premier oceanographic institution on the West Coast
DONOR Robert and Bettie Cody
DATE EST. 1992
CHAIR HOLDER Fiammetta Straneo
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Movement Disorders
This endowed chair was established by an anonymous donor and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Chair Challenge—a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of distinguished faculty within Neurosciences.
DONOR Anonymous
DATE EST. 2023
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Neurosciences
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Health Sciences
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Jacobs Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences
This chair was established by a gift from Dr. Irwin Jacobs and Mrs. Joan Jacobs and matching funds from the Chancellor’s Endowed Chair Challenge — a program created to support the recruitment and retention of quality tenured faculty. The endowed chair allows for the recruitment and retention of a distinguished faculty within the Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, UC San Diego School of Medicine.
DONOR Dr. Irwin Jacobs and Mrs. Joan Jacobs
DATE EST. 2023
CHAIR HOLDER Not currently filled
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Medicine
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Health Sciences
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