Doing Science with Art & Art with Science [Policy Brief]

The JRC SciArt project is proud to announce the recent publication of the Policy Brief "Doing Science with Art & Art with Science Supporting art contamination and cross-fertilization with science"

Abstract:

In this brief, we introduce the promises but also perils on ‘contaminating’ science with art and vice versa. We frame art as an instrument to bring science closer to the public, not limited to science communication, but going way beyond it, as art can link science to our humanity and thus can help different audiences embrace and understand it. Science becomes nurtured by art which is in turn nurtured by science, generating a deep and active engagement of ordinary people with scientific research, a sense of meaning and value, and a feeling of ownership. Art can also help scientists in engaging research participants intellectually and emotionally, by lowering the barriers between scientists, their subjects and the way these can or cannot resonate with the public. When included in the scientific process, art can be a potent tool in the science for policy methodology by creating mutual dialogue, multiple feedback loops between stakeholders, and by engaging with critical, divisive and complex issues in creative and sensory ways.

Reference: Berti Suman, A., Benincasa, C., Di Gioia, R., Ben, E., Toietta, A., Schade, S. and Eeckels, A., Doing Science with Art and Art with Science Supporting art contamination and cross-fertilization with science, European Commission, 2022, JRC130525.