Inspiring Innovation: Dr. Stephen Tang

Growing up in Wilmington, Del., Stephen S. Tang was well aware of Philadelphia’s University City Science Center — the nation’s first, and largest, urban research park. His parents, who emigrated from China, were both scientists. His father was a research chemical engineer with the DuPont Co., and his mother was a founding faculty member of the College of Health Sciences at the University of Delaware. “They sparked my interest in the life sciences industry early on,” Tang recalls. His diverse career path only increased his appreciation for the Science Center, which this year is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Read More