Studio Quantum: Quantum Technology in Art and Science

Since its beginnings, quantum physics has revolutionized the world of ideas in science. Recently, technologies such as the quantum computer have promised new spurts of innovation. But for most people, the science of the quantum remains one thing above all - mysterious. A residency program and a series of events at the ZKM | Hertzlab aim to shed new light on the subject.

The new residency program “Studio Quantum” explores how art can help to better understand the abstract topic of quantum research. The aim is to create connections between artists and partners from culture and science, the education sector and the tech industry. The aim is to promote a sustainable dialog on the subject of quantum technology and art through public exchange.

This time the program will focus on the quantum phenomenon of entanglement, its technical applications and philosophical implications. Prof. David Hunger, Professor at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), will give an insight into his work on light-matter interactions and discuss their implications for reality. The artist in residence Sarah Selby will then talk about her experiences and ideas with quantum technologies at ZKM and ITAS. The program will conclude with an open discussion on the interface between art and (quantum) science.

The program was successfully launched last year with four residencies and will continue with eight residencies in 2024. London-based artist Sarah Selby will be a guest at the ZKM | Hertzlab as part of “Studio Quantum” to explore the correlation between quantum technologies and art.

The residency program and the event series take place in cooperation with the Goethe-Institut and the KIT / ITAS Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis.