中國旅美科技協會
Chartered in Pennsylvania · Part of the CAST-USA Network since 1992

At the Frontier of
Science & Technology

A community of innovators driving US–China collaboration in the fields shaping tomorrow — artificial intelligence, biomedicine, and financial services.

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Where Our Members Lead

Three frontiers, one network

Our members are scientists, founders, and executives building the future across the highest-impact sectors of the modern economy.

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Artificial Intelligence

From large language models and generative AI to machine learning infrastructure and data science — members at the leading edge of intelligent systems.

  • GenAI & LLMs
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Science
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Biomedicine & Healthcare

Single-cell biology, IVD diagnostics, drug discovery, and digital health — driving breakthroughs that improve human lives, with biotech leaders like ZaoDx & SingleSeq.

  • Single-Cell Biology
  • Diagnostics
  • Biotech
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Financial Services

Investment, fintech, wealth management, and corporate finance — connecting capital with innovation across markets, in partnership with institutions like PNC Bank.

  • Investment
  • Fintech
  • Wealth Management
Who We Are

Two organizations, one mission for innovation

CAST-PA is the Pennsylvania chapter of a nationwide movement connecting Chinese scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs across the United States and China.

Est. 1992 · New York

CAST-USA

The Chinese Association for Science and Technology in the United States is a sci-tech and innovation–driven non-profit with roughly 10,000 members across 40 chapters and liaison offices in the US and China.

  • Advancing partnerships in finance, healthcare & business
  • Fostering US–China mutual collaboration
  • Annual international summits & regional seminars
  • Honorary advisors include Nobel Laureates
Est. 2020 · Pennsylvania

CAST-PA

Chartered as a Pennsylvania non-profit, CAST-PA builds a local platform for members to connect, exchange knowledge, advance their careers, and promote cultural integration.

  • Executive Board — strategy & daily operations
  • Board of Directors — highest legislative authority
  • Advisory Board — seasoned strategic counsel
  • Open to Pennsylvania residents who share our vision
Full mission, leadership & honorary advisors →
What We Do

Programs that move ideas forward

From honoring the field's brightest minds to nurturing the next generation of innovators.

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Awards & Recognition

Annual Grand Awards, SciTech Pioneer Awards, and Cultural Ambassador Awards celebrating world-class scientists, innovators, and artists.

Meet the laureates →
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Seminars & Summits

Year-round seminars on AI, biotech, healthcare, law, and finance — plus the flagship Global SciTech & Innovation Summit.

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Youth Entrepreneurship (YEC)

A global challenge promoting STEM education and innovation for students from grade 7 through PhD, with mentorship from leading experts.

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CRun — Cloud Run

A team rally connecting members coast-to-coast across 2,500 miles, powered by a modern cloud tracking & scoring app.

Explore CRun →
Excellence Recognized

Honoring the brightest minds

Since 2015, CAST has recognized leading scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and artists who shape our world.

Since 2015

The Three Grand Awards

Presented annually at the Innovation Summit across three categories:

  • Outstanding Scientist
  • Technological Innovation
  • Technological Entrepreneur

30 laureates honored to date

Since 2022

SciTech Pioneer Award

Recognizing leading figures who have made groundbreaking achievements across disciplines, presented at the annual meeting.

23 pioneers recognized

Since 2022

Cultural Ambassador Award

Celebrating world-class performing artists — musicians, poets, and a Broadway playwright/director — advancing Chinese culture worldwide.

13 artists celebrated

A few of our distinguished laureates

Dr. Xiaowei Zhuang Dr. Kai Li Dr. Qi Lu Dr. Xiang Zhang Dr. Lieping Chen Dr. Zhonglin Wang Dr. Yitang Zhang Dr. Xianfeng Gu
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Stay Connected

Seminars & signature events

Knowledge-sharing throughout the year, headlined by our global summit and convention.

25OCT
Flagship Summit

Global SciTech & Innovation Summit & 33rd CAST-USA Convention

Keynotes, opening remarks, and the grand award ceremony. Sponsors: MVS, SinoTimes, ZaoDx, SingleSeq.

13JUN
Seminar · Series 23

Medicare Insights

With Qing Ye, MD · 8:00–9:30pm EST · Co-hosted by CAST-PA & CAST-USA.

08AUG
Youth · Series 22

CAST-YEC Global Youth Entrepreneur Challenge

Hosted by CAST-USA · Sponsored by ZaoDX & SingleSeq · 8:00–11:00pm ET.

17SEP
Community

76th National Celebration

CAST-USA as special guests · Hosted by the Chinese Consulate in New York.

Recent topics have spanned AI & GenAI, single-cell biology, the metaverse & investing, IVD diagnostics, Chinese medicine, tax planning, and employment law.

Browse all 23 seminar series & summits →
The People

Led by dedicated volunteers

CAST-PA is guided by an experienced Executive Board and Advisory Board.

FZ

Fanglin Zheng

President

GB

Gaoying Bolinger

President-elect

YW

Yang Wang

VP & Secretary General

MT

Mei Tsui

VP, Community Outreach

HB

Hesheng Bao

VP, Cultural Exchange

HX

Huiping Xu

VP, Organizational Dev.

QF

Qingqing Fu

VP, Finance & Membership

PD

Peng Dupre

VP, Public Relations

Member Network

Our community partners

A valid CAST-PA member card unlocks 5–10% discounts, complimentary seminar admission, and benefits across our partner network.

Legal Services

Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel My Visa Services Goodrich & Geist Chen Ran Law Group Law Offices of Joseph Bock Shields & Boris Elder Law

Finance & Accounting

PNC Bank LZ CPA Services

Healthcare

Traferogen Inc. Chinese Acupuncture Wellness Center CellBiologics

Education & Culture

Sofia University Pittsburgh Chinese School Pittsburgh Chinese Academy Win-win Kung Fu Cultural Center Yuge Ladies Choir Pittsburgh HaiHua Youth Orchestra Yanlai Dance Academy

Insurance & Real Estate

Chris Bogdan — Allstate Brian Wright — Allstate Tong Guo — Re/Max Select Realty

Dining & Everyday

P.F. Chang's Sakura Teppanyaki & Sushi Sesame Inn Everyday Noodles Wing Fat Hong Oriental Food Market Lotus Food Co. Tao's Auto Service Tom's Auto Service Mall
Membership

Join a community building the future

Open to Pennsylvania residents who share our vision. Choose the plan that fits you.

Individual

$20/ year

1-year individual membership

  • Member card mailed in 7 days
  • Partner discounts (5–10%)
  • Free seminar admission
  • News & community updates
Choose plan

Family

$25/ year

1-year family membership · 2 people

  • Two member cards issued
  • Partner discounts (5–10%)
  • Free seminar admission
  • News & community updates
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Best value

Lifetime

$200one-time

Lifetime membership

  • Never renew again
  • All partner benefits, for life
  • Priority event access
  • Support the community long-term
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2-Year

$35/ 2 yrs

2-year membership

  • Best per-year rate
  • Partner discounts (5–10%)
  • Free seminar admission
  • News & community updates
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Get in Touch

Let's connect

Have a question about membership, sponsorship, or an event? Send us a message — we aim to respond within 24 hours.

  • ✉ Membership & general inquiries
  • 🤝 Partnership & sponsorship
  • 🎓 YEC & youth programs