NEWS

HFF speaks with Gabby Khawly about her experience as a Huo Scholar in NYC, her interest in Epidemiology and where her degree from Columbia’s MSPH will take her next.

The Foundation talked to Eva Kubu about her early interest in communication and technology, the importance of access to professional networks and opportunities on college campuses, and the diversity of GradFUTURES’ programmes.

Christopher Riopelle talks to HFF about his early interest in telling stories, his work experience at the Getty and Philadelphia Museum of Art which lead to his current role at the National Gallery, and the highlights curating upcoming exhibition “After Impressionism: Inventing Modern Art.”

Geoffrey Baddock, Head of Maths at Teach First, speaks to HFF about the highlights of working at Teach First, his path into the Education sector, and the future of Teach First as it navigates the challenges of Maths education in Britain and rising competition for STEM recruitment.

We speak to Jessica Harrison-Hall about her early interest in the study of China, the creative and logistical aspects of curating a show during the pandemic, and notable pieces to look out for in the exhibition.

Oliver Mears talks to HFF about his path into the world of opera, his role as director during the Covid-19 pandemic, and how the Arts Council England’s recent funding cut will impact London’s opera scene.

Fionn Bishop speaks to us about her love of Physics and her time at CERN as the first P.C. Ho Fund scholar.

Natalia Sidlina talks to HFF about the Tate Modern’s Cezanne exhibition, walking in the artist’s footsteps, and the team she works with.

We speak to two professors leading an HFF-funded project about their research and philanthropy’s role in mental health research.

Anja talks to us about her life as a musician, her support from Help Musicians, and how it feels to be back performing to live audiences.

We speak to Angelina about her time on Youth Communication’s writing course, why their work is so important to young people in the US, and her impact as a Trustee.

Natasha McEnroe talks to HFF about her enthusiasm for medical history, the challenges of collecting contemporary objects, and the upcoming Science Museum exhibition Injecting Hope: The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine

Barnaby Wright discusses the upcoming exhibition, the partnership that made it possible, and what makes Munch’s style so compelling.

Lennie and Paapa talk to us about their recent run, how they got into acting, and theatre’s role in the UK.

Russell Hobby talks about his passion for education and the work Teach First are doing to ensure all children, regardless of their background, receive a good education.

The Foundation talks to Professor Salganik about how technology is evolving, the nature of collaboration in research, and the importance of philanthropy.

We talk to Dr Serres about the upcoming exhibition, its challenges, its importance, and how to pronounce Van Gogh.

Wendy Kopp is the CEO and co-Founder of Teach For All – a global network of 60 independent organisations working to ensure no child’s education is determined by their socio-economic background.

Professor Walker discusses COVID-19, medical statistics, and the need for transparency in how medical data is used.

Wafaa El-Sadr, MD, MPH, MPA, is a pioneer of infectious disease research and public health initiatives. She is the Director of ICAP at Columbia University, Columbia World Projects, and the Global Health Initiative at the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University in New York, and has played an integral part in the city’s response to COVID-19.

Carmine Lauri, the co-leader of the London Symphony Orchestra’s First Violins, talks about his career, the impact of COVID-19 on performing artists, and philanthropy’s vital role in the sector’s recovery.

Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School’s Headteacher Bridget Morris and Teach First Achievement Partner, Tessa Thomas, talk about the Leading Together program, which has received funding from the Huo Family Foundation.

We talk with Roger about the role the Museum plays in influencing young scientists and HFF’s support of the ‘Our Future Planet’ exhibition.

Janelle and Virginia discuss how their work enables young people in foster care in New York to speak more freely about their mental health; in doing so, they can produce curricula that encourages others to do the same.

We talk with Lauren about the need to tackle the inequity in access to green space and how to improve engagement with our local ecosystems.

Colin discusses the role of philanthropy in the Arts and the rich history of the Ashmolean’s gallery.

We discuss Professor Malim’s history in infectious diseases, alongside the critical role philanthropy has played in the fight against COVID-19.

Tomiko Hackett talks about her work within the Public Health system in New York and her time studying at Columbia as a Huo Scholar.

We talk to Liz Tyler, the Managing Director of Ark Curriculum+ which runs the Mastery curriculum programmes for Ark schools.

Professor Longair discusses the Huo families historic link with Cambridge and the extraordinary work carried out by Cambridge’s physicists.

Professor Przybylski discusses the importance of transparency in the digital world, along with the importance of unbiased research when helping shape policy.

Péjú is Curator of the Young People’s Programme, a role which focuses on engaging with those not in formal education to enjoy the arts. This role is funded by the Huo Family Foundation.