Anna Steward
From
Academy of Fine Arts Nuremberg - DE
In residence at
Host scientists
Caroline Zahnd & Matthieu Réfrégiers
Project
BioQuantum Record - Communicating with the Other
The BioQuantum Record is a speculative artistic project that reimagines how we might communicate with microbial life forms, challenging the human-centric concept of intelligence. It explores the idea that microbial collectives may be the most common form of life beyond Earth, and seeks ways to interact on a molecular level. As a post-Voyager concept, the BioQuantum Record is not just a passive artefact, but an interactive, living prototype that generates, receives, and responds to biological signals, offering a speculative exploration into how we might "speak" to microbial ecosystems. The sci-fi format blends playful design with real scientific findings, for creativity and the exploration of both real and fantastical concepts. This fusion results in a visually and conceptually stimulating object, where imaginative elements enhance the presentation of actual scientific discoveries, making complex ideas both accessible and engaging.