Critical Peaks.
An interdisciplinary collaboration between fields of scientific research — physics, genetics, computer science, social sciences, cognition, space sciences, environmental science — and artists working in multimedia, sculpture, performance, film, photography, and creative non-fiction.
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A catalyst for arts-sciences innovation.
Each issue is an experimental, interactive expression built around a particular theme — originating and evolving a sequence of art-science research, collaborative projects, and activities. The main purpose of this publication is to be a catalyst for innovation in the arts and sciences by creating opportunities to encourage and help artists, scientists, and technologists collaborate.
Featured Work
Chrysalis — women in science
"Hidden Learning," taken from Chrysalis, brings together women at every career stage in science research to talk about issues and seek advice and inspiration. The conversations were interpreted by artist Sophie McKay Knight into a body of work displayed at the Byre Gallery, St Andrews, as part of the Women in Science Festival. A key aim of the project: examining how creativity and imagination are required — alongside integrity and precision — in scientific research. The veil in the piece is built from the molecular structure of a sugar molecule, contributed by one of the participating artists.
Original painting by Sophie McKay Knight, with imagery from women scientists at the University of St Andrews, coordinated by Dr Mhairi Stewart. Credit: Wellcome Collection, CC BY 4.0.
Chrysalis — Sophie McKay Knight
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