Uri Manor

Last Updated: June 15, 2026 2:32:28 PM PDT

Director, Goeddel Family Technology Sandbox; Dr. David V. Goeddel Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Biological Sciences; Assistant Professor, Department of Cell and Developmental Biology

Uri Manor is a trusted leader who approaches stewardship with the same rigor and professionalism that he brings tohis groundbreaking research. His innate ability to bridge the gap between complex science and human impact ensuresthat every supporter feels a deep, personal connection to the breakthroughs their generosity enables. By inviting supporters into the heart of the scientific process, he transforms the donor experience from a simple gift into a shared journey of discovery.

As the faculty director of the Goeddel Family Technology Sandbox, Manor illustrates how philanthropy accelerates progress. This collaborative, interdisciplinary and cutting-edge space, which was made possible by a transformational gift, expands research capabilities and student training. Under his leadership, the Technology Sandbox has become more than a laboratory; it is a center for community engagement where donors can witness firsthand how their support provides the next generation of scientists with the tools necessary to solve the world’s most pressing biomedical challenges.

Manor is a reliable and consistent leader who has built trust and credibility with major donors and campus partners. He has set a new standard for what high-quality stewardship looks like in practice: authentic and centered on respect for the donor’s partnership. His focus on long-term sustainability resonates deeply with supporters because it demonstrates that their contributions are not only funding facilities and equipment, but they are fostering the professional and academic development of young scientists who will lead the scientific community for decades to come.

Beyond his stewardship, Manor is a distinguished scholar and assistant professor in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology. His research includes developing imaging technologies to observe cellular dynamics with unprecedented clarity and determining how cells and tissues organize and maintain homeostasis in health and disease. Having navigated profound hearing loss from birth, Manor brings a unique perspective of resilience to his work, viewing every technical challenge through a lens of persistent innovation and community service.

Whether he is guiding a donor through the intricacies of a cryo-electron microscope or sharing his vision for advancingtherapies for children affected by genetic conditions of the nervous system and sensory organs, Manor cultivates stewardship in every interaction. His efforts have solidified a culture of gratitude and transparency, proving that the most effective advocates for research are those who conduct it with passion and openness. Manor’s scientific excellence and his unwavering dedication to the university’s community of supporters make him an extraordinary ambassador for UC San Diego’s mission.