Panel Talk: Art Meets Quantum Science
Materialnonmaterial
Thursday 13 August, 5-7:30pm
Verge Gallery
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Todd Robinson, Untitled (whiteboard), 2026, sublimation printed textile (detail). Image courtesy the artist.
Dive into a discussion about the art-science intersection, foregrounded by artist Todd Robinson’s experience undertaking ‘Artist in the Lab,’ an artist residency at the Quantum Integration Laboratory at the University of Sydney Nanoscience Institute (Sydney Nano).
Robinson’s 12 months within the lab compelled him to draw connections between science and art, noting that ‘much like artmaking, experimental quantum science is propositional, improvisational, and based in material and technological processes...’
Speaking in conversation with quantum scientists Dr John Batholomew and Dr Tim Newman, and moderated by Professor Alice Motion, this talk will see the panelists reflect on Robinson’s experience within the lab, exploring greater themes of experimentation and interdisciplinarity.
As part of this event, audiences will be invited to visit Materialnonmaterial at Verge Gallery, an exhibition developed by Robinson in response to the ‘socio-material-technical infrastructure’ and social relations of the lab environment.
'Artist in the Lab’ is part of the 2024-2026 Sydney Nano ArtHaus project at the Sydney Social Sciences and Humanities Advanced Research Centre (SSSHARC). It is supported by funding through the Sydney Nano Catalyst Scheme.
Refreshments provided.
Event Structure
5:00 – 5:30pm: Refreshments
5:30 – 6:15pm: Panel discussion
6:15 – 6:30pm: Audience Q&A
6:30 – 7:30pm: Visiting Verge Gallery
Learn more about the exhibition and related public programs here.
Accessibility
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Auslan services available by request
Wheelchair access - there are two lifts available: one on City Rd and one on Maze Crescent
Accessible and all-gender bathrooms are located about 90 metres from Verge. They are equipped with a handrail. A baby-change table is available
Guide Dogs and support animals are welcome
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