National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, November 14 – 17, 2016
Deadline: May 31, 2016

The 3rd ISAT Conference:
Collision, Collaboration and the Future of Artsci

Art and science, commonly seen as two different parallel disciplines,
are gradually emerging into one world and possibilities. In 1959, C. P.
Snow described science and humanities as ‘The Two Cultures’, and this
has prompted many disputes and much debate about whether there is a
significant gap between art and science. In 1987, theoretical physicist
David Bohm also highlighted the importance of creativity and
communication in science and humanities. In “The Third Culture” (1995),
John Brockman proposes the concept of a mediating third culture in
which scientists use literary language to convey their thoughts. In
“Art + Science Now” (2013), Stephen Wilson collects and introduces a
diverse range of work and projects in which there is an intersection
between art and science, ranging from digital media to life sciences.
Furthermore, in “Colliding Worlds! (2014) Arthur I. Miller also
suggests that an exciting new art movement has recently emerged in
which artists utilize and highlight the latest advances in science.

In recent years, many galleries, festivals, university programs,
publications, websites and funding schemes have emerged to support the
intersection and interaction of art and science. This new form of art
practice is challenging the traditional methods of viewing art. The
term for this new form of art is now understood as ‘artsci’, a
hybridization of art and science. Artsci enriches the public image of
science and serves as a new communication tool with which to engage the
general public and help them to understand and question scientific
research and contemporary art practice.

This conference aims to articulate a vision for creativity and science,
and what we would envision for the future of Artsci. Undoubtedly, the
division between art and science has collapsed and the two have
collided, such that they are actually now merging and collaborating.
The idea for the conference was established by the newly-formed program
of Techno Art at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) in Taiwan. It
also acts as the 3rd International Symposium on Art & Technology (ISAT)
for the Taiwan Art & Technology Association (ATATW). Furthermore,
Collision, Collaboration and the Future of Artsci is the first
international conference of the biennial conference series on art and
technology organised by Techno Art at NCKU.

The collisions and collaborations in art, science and technology could
stem from all possibilities and imaginings, which may not be definable
and lack any finite dimensions. This conference focuses on the
interchange of creativity and innovation with the aim to explore what
is new, to share ideas, to shape future collaboration, and to promote
excellence in outstanding research and practice.

Despite the undefined and interdisciplinary nature of collaboration in
Artsci, this conference welcomes research related to, but not limited
to, the following areas:

– Media art and digital design
– Digital music, soundscapes, time and speed
– Biotechnology and contemporary art
– Post-humanism, cyborgs and robots
– Interactive art and performance
– Animation, Comics, Games
– New media, surveillance and art
– Future technologies in art

Length of abstract
Paper presentations: 450 words
Posters: 300 words
Artwork: 300 words, plus up to 5 images of artwork (with captions)

Artists (not limited to those who are also speakers) working in the
field of art and science are also encouraged to exhibit their art work
at the exhibition which will be curated in conjunction with the
conference. The conference organizers will arrange gallery space at the
National Cheng Kung University, including invigilation, insurance,
publicity, agreed equipment and assistance with the installation.
However, artists will be responsible for the costs of shipping,
production and materials.

All submitted abstracts will be peer-reviewed by at least two
independent referees from the conference committee boards. All
submissions should be made by filling in the submission form and email
it to technoart2016.ncku@gmail.com by 31 May 2016.

Abstract Submission Form can be downloaded via
http://technoart2016.web2.ncku.edu.tw/files/90-1061-11.php?Lang=zh-tw

Contact us:
Steering Committee
Techno Art, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
No.1, University Road, Tainan City 701, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Email: technoart2016.ncku@gmail.com
Website: http://technoart2016.web2.ncku.edu.tw/

Reference / Quellennachweis:
CFP: The Future of Artsci (Taiwan, 14-17 Nov 16). In: H-ArtHist, Mar
23, 2016. <http://arthist.net/archive/12527>.