ART – SCIENCE – TECHNOLOGY – ENGINEERING: RESEARCH FOR + WITH SOCIETY
WHO OWNS THE TRUH?
Within the captivating narrative of Ars Electronica 2023, the resounding theme of “Who owns the truth?” finds its echoes in
remarkable initiatives such as the ASTER project. This innovative endeavor, celebrating the union of art and science, stands as a testament to the multifaceted nature of truth — a truth shaped by intricate interplays of social, cultural, and technological contexts.
The ASTER project’s vibrant presentation in the Ars Electronica Festival unfolds across two thematic realms: the Natural Environment and AI. In these realms, the project unveils a transformative perspective on truth ownership. In the context of AI, it challenges established notions of authorship, prompting reflection on the dimensions of truth’s ownership when Artificial Intelligence takes an active role in knowledge construction.
As the festival’s theme revolves around contested landscapes of truth ownership and interpretive authority, “ASTER> Art ^ Science”
emphasis on co-creation and collaboration resonates deeply. Amid concerns of control and responsibility within the realm of rapidly evolving technology, the presented projects embrace a democratic and sustainable approach. They bridge art, science, and society, forging a collective journey toward comprehending truth within a complex, evolving world.
The exhibition “ASTER> Art ^ Science” is presented in the frame of the Ars Electronica Campus Exhibition, an integral part of the
festival. Since 2002, Ars Electronica and the University of Arts Linz have united to create a dynamic platform, the Ars Electronica Campus. This annual event transcends mere exhibition, embodying the spirit of exploration and discovery. It provides a stage for exceptional universities worldwide, spotlighting innovative approaches to teaching media art and media culture.
At the heart of the Campus format lies a profound commitment to exploring diverse educational approaches within art and creativity. These showcases offer invaluable insights into the identities, histories, and contemporary practices of guest universities. The Campus Exhibition underscores the power of interdisciplinary exchange and international collaboration, fostering a vibrant community that collectively shapes the future of media art and culture.
Institutions like universities, the students and faculty members from around the world, play a pivotal role in exploring the intricate nuances of truth ownership. Just as the ASTER project challenges established paradigms of truth through its fusion of art and science, the Campus Exhibition embodies the essence of exploration that fuels this very question. They collectively offer a lens into the evolving landscape of truth, art, and creativity, showcasing how global academic collaborations actively contribute to the dynamic discourse that shapes our perceptions of truth in the modern age.
Mag.a Christl Baur
Head of Ars Electronica Festival
OUR HACKATHON
WHAT IS A HACKATHON?
A hackathon is an event in which different teams from the creative and technological field meet to participate in the creation of a prototype that solves a problem. In our case, these prototypes will be interdisciplinary works of art that provide a solution to the dissemination of a series of scientific content proposed by our collaborating researchers.
When?
From January 29 to January 31, 2025
Where?
At the Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingeniería Informática of the University of Seville (Av. Reina Mercedes s/n, 41012 Seville).
What will we do?
PREVIOUS WEBINARS
1st Webinar [online] (January 10, 2025) Webinar (online) with MARÍA PTK
2nd Webinar [online] (January 20, 2025) Webinar (online) with Paula Bruna and Raquel Ajetes
Participate in the live webinars with Maria PTQK, Paula Bruna and Raquel Ajetes, experts in the field of SciArt. In these webinars we will present the ASTER+S project and make an introduction to the eco-SciArt methodology.
DURING THE HACKATHON
1st Hackathon Day: Meet participants + Develop a common understanding of “SciArt Seeds” + Create interdisciplinary teams.
2nd Hackathon Day: Brainstorming to develop the artistic concept and create the SciArt proposal, which we call “SciArt Flowers”.
3rd day of the Hackathon: Presentation of the “SciArt Flowers” projects in video format (3 min long).
AFTER THE HACKATHON
During three months, the interdisciplinary creative teams will develop their final artworks. Thus, the flowers will become the “SciArt fruits”.
The selected “SciArt flowers” will be part of a group exhibition that will open prior to the summer of 2025. The exhibition will invite visitors to immerse themselves in the art installations, not only enjoying them, but also exploring the deep scientific and humanistic dimensions from which they draw their inspiration.
A selection of the exhibition will be on display during the Ars Electronica Festival in Linz, Austria.
REGISTRATION
Who can participate?
Free registration until full capacity is reached. Anyone of legal age can participate. We are looking for scientists, technologists and artists from any field or discipline.
If there are more candidates than the available capacity, a selection protocol will be followed based on criteria that promote interdisciplinary profiles and equal opportunities.
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