Sharon Tang received her bachelor’s degree in Studio Art and Russian Studies from Colgate University and a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Loyola University Maryland. She completed her clinical fellowship in speech pathology and holds a Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison where her research focused on host-microbe interactions and pathogenic molecular mechanisms that influence wound healing.
Throughout her career, Sharon has integrated teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development into her work ranging from elementary education in Washington, D.C., to university-level instruction and community-based experiential learning programs. She has trained numerous students in the sciences and previously served as a mentor for the Dane County Youth Apprenticeship Program in Biotechnology. Her approach to science training and communication is grounded in accessibility and public engagement, with an emphasis on fostering belonging in STEM spaces.
Additionally, Sharon leverages her background as a visual artist to bring scientific concepts to life through interactive installations and public murals. Her community-centered projects, including an interdisciplinary art-science fellowship at the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, highlight her commitment to bridging rigorous scientific research with compelling, accessible learning experiences.
