Hinsdale Central Student Named Science Scholar

HINSDALE, IL — Herbert Wang of Hinsdale Central High School was one of 300 high school seniors who were named scholars by the Society for Science & the Public in conjunction with the organization's annual science and math competition, according to a school news release. The international competition drew nearly 2,000 applications from more than 650 schools. The scholars were chosen based on their "exceptional research skills, commitment to academics, innovative thinking and promise as scientists." They and their schools will receive $2,000 each.

On Jan. 22, the Society for Science & the Public will select 40 finalists from the group of 300 who will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Washington in March to compete for more than $1.8 million in awards provided by Regeneron, a biotechnology company that invents medicines for people with serious diseases.