The woman creating art with human stem cells

You're likely referring to Dr. Anna Dumitriu, a British artist and researcher who has been working with human stem cells to create innovative and thought-provoking art pieces. Dumitriu's work explores the intersection of art, science, and technology, and she has gained international recognition for her unique approach to bioart.

Dumitriu's artistic practice involves collaborating with scientists and researchers to create artworks that incorporate living cells, tissues, and organisms. Her work often challenges societal norms and raises questions about the ethics of scientific research, the relationship between humans and technology, and the boundaries between art and science.

Some of Dumitriu's notable projects include:

  1. "Stem Cell Sculpture" (2008): Dumitriu worked with stem cell researchers to create a sculpture made from human stem cells that were grown into a three-dimensional shape.
  2. "BioArt: The Future of Art" (2010): Dumitriu curated an exhibition that showcased artworks created using living cells, tissues, and organisms, including a piece that used human skin cells to create a portrait of a person.
  3. "The Microbiome" (2015): Dumitriu collaborated with microbiologists to create an installation that visualized the human microbiome, highlighting the importance of microorganisms in our bodies.
  4. "The Stem Cell Garden" (2017): Dumitriu created an interactive installation that allowed visitors to grow their own stem cells into a three-dimensional shape, raising questions about the ethics of stem cell research and the relationship between humans and technology.

Dumitriu's work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Science Gallery in London, and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. She has also written several books on the intersection of art and science, including "BioArt: The Future of Art" and "The Art of BioArt".

Dumitriu's innovative approach to art and science has earned her numerous awards and recognition, including the prestigious Prix Ars Electronica award for her work in bioart. Her work continues to push the boundaries of what is possible at the intersection of art, science, and technology, inspiring new generations of artists, scientists, and thinkers.