Rhizome’s 7×7 Models a Deeper Collaboration Between Art and Science
Art can be more than science's ambassador, and technology doesn't have to be just another medium.
Christina Agapakis
Christina Agapakis, a synthetic biologist and creative director, is renowned for her exploration of the intersections between biology, art, and design. As the creative director at Ginkgo Bioworks, Agapakis leads projects that challenge conventional boundaries between natural and engineered worlds. Her work, including collaborations with artists and designers, culminates in exhibitions like "Resurrecting the Sublime," which aimed to recreate the scent of extinct flowers. Agapakis's contributions to public understanding of synthetic biology are marked by her commitment to exploring the ethical and aesthetic dimensions of biotechnology.
