William Myers

Bio Art: Altered Realities

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ISBN 13:: 9780500239322
author:: William Myers
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Thames and Hudson Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2015
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 21.8 x 2.8 x 26.4 cm
Genre:: Science & Nature, History & Philosophy, Reference
Condition:: New
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Bio Art Altered Realities by William Myers explores the intersection of art and biotechnology. As our understanding of the natural world evolves, the boundaries between living organisms and technology become increasingly blurred. This authoritative survey delves into the work of "bio artists," who use living systems to address the possibilities and dangers posed by biotechnological advancements. The book is structured around four thematic chapters, each examining a key area where biotechnology has had an impact on our world. These include ecology, biomedicine, designer genomes, and changing approaches to evolutionary theory. Profiles of sixty artists, collectives, and organizations from around the globe provide insight into this new breed of creative practitioners. Interviews with leading bio artists and technologists offer a deeper understanding of their ideas and methods. By examining the work of these innovators, we gain a glimpse into the possibilities and challenges presented by the intersection of art and biotechnology.

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