Gene Block

Gene Block
6th Chancellor of the University of California, Los Angeles
In office
August 1, 2007 – July 31, 2024
Preceded byAlbert Carnesale
Norman Abrams (acting)
Succeeded byDarnell Hunt (interim)
Personal details
Born (1948-08-17) August 17, 1948 (age 76)
Monticello, New York, U.S.
EducationStanford University (BA)
University of Oregon (MS, PhD)
Scientific career
FieldsNeurobiology
Institutions
ThesisEfferent control of the circadian oscillator in the eye of Aplysia (1975)
Doctoral advisorMarvin Gordon-Lickey
Other academic advisorsDonald Kennedy
Colin Pittendrigh
Doctoral studentsDouglas G. McMahon
Other notable studentsAndrew Millar
Nancy L. Wayne

Gene David Block (born August 17, 1948)[1] is an American biologist and former academic administrator. He served as the 6th chancellor of the University of California, Los Angeles from 2007 to 2024. Previously at the University of Virginia, Block served as executive vice president and provost from 2001 to 2007, vice president for research and public service from 1998 to 2001, and vice provost for research from 1993 to 1998.

  1. ^ "Gene Gene Block". Marquis Who's Who. Archived from the original on October 17, 2019. Retrieved April 22, 2013.