Sonia Hernandez

Sonia Hernandez is a Researcher at the University of Chicago, affiliated with the Department of Surgery. Her work focuses on the intersection of pediatric oncology, tumor biology, and drug delivery systems, with a particular emphasis on leveraging ultrasound and microbubbles for chemotherapy uptake. She co-organizes the STEM-Out Mexico program, funded by the Provost's Global Faculty Awards, which fosters international STEM education and outreach.

• Research areas: Pediatric Oncology, Vascular Complications of Diabetes, Ultrasound Therapy.
• Co-organizes STEM-Out Mexico, training UChicago graduate students and postdocs in international outreach.
• Collaborates with Mexican partners, leading to recruitment of a postdoc and cross-border research innovations.

The program shifted to remote delivery during the pandemic, expanding accessibility, particularly for women in Mexico. Her work highlights the importance of international collaborations in advancing pediatric surgical research and education.