Studio Lab: Patterns in Bone
Improving the understanding of skeletal structure, function and disease could increase uptake of health advice as we age, and increase awareness of societal health inequalities.
The Studio Lab incorporates STEAM approaches (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Maths) for community engagement using STEM and the arts as an intersection guiding inquiry and deeper understanding. Studio lab is a collaboration between Dr Claire Clarkin, School of Biological Sciences, and artist Louise Fraser from Edinburgh and provides flexible and transportable space for delivering creative 'experimenting' and showcasing art works related to Dr Clarkins ongoing research into skeletal health and bone imaging to local communities.
This project explores the art:science intersection and builds on existing practices in skeletal research to inspire artist-led creative work combining visual and tactile experiences. Activities include 'Bone Crayons' and will also include textiles, and tufting techniques to re-create the internal patterns hidden within bone which link to disease. Bones microstructural patterns are being used at Southampton to inform machine learning approaches to better predict fracture in women and men in the military.
This project now aims to reach more diverse audiences as part of an on-going project entitled 'Gendering Bone' to address skeletal health disparities across Southampton.
The Studio Lab incorporates STEAM approaches (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Maths) for community engagement using STEM and the arts as an intersection guiding inquiry and deeper understanding. Studio lab is a collaboration between Dr Claire Clarkin, School of Biological Sciences, and artist Louise Fraser from Edinburgh and provides flexible and transportable space for delivering creative 'experimenting' and showcasing art works related to Dr Clarkins ongoing research into skeletal health and bone imaging to local communities.
This project explores the art:science intersection and builds on existing practices in skeletal research to inspire artist-led creative work combining visual and tactile experiences. Activities include 'Bone Crayons' and will also include textiles, and tufting techniques to re-create the internal patterns hidden within bone which link to disease. Bones microstructural patterns are being used at Southampton to inform machine learning approaches to better predict fracture in women and men in the military.
This project now aims to reach more diverse audiences as part of an on-going project entitled 'Gendering Bone' to address skeletal health disparities across Southampton.
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