Symposium: New Bio-Technologies in Art

Symposium on New Bio-Technologies for

Artistic Creation, Performance,

and Audience Engagement

Join us for an interdisciplinary symposium exploring how cutting-edge bio-sensing technologies are transforming the arts, live performance, and audience interaction. This event brings together performance artists, technologists, and scholars to discuss and demonstrate the creative potential of mobile, wearable bio-sensors such as heart rate monitors, brainwave sensors, and gaze trackers.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
• Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Location: LIVELab, McMaster University, 2nd Floor Psychology Building
• Cost: Free

What to Expect:

• Live Demonstrations: Experience bio-sensing technology in action and see how it enhances the connection between performers and audiences in real time.
• Expert Panels:
  • Insights from Double Pendulum Collective on integrating bio-sensing in creative practice.
  • Perspectives from leading academics and technologists on the future of bio-sensing in the arts.
• Open Discussion: Engage with artists, scholars, and peers to explore the broader implications of these technologies for art, social sciences, and human connection.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and students across disciplines.

Featured Presenters:

• Dr. Doug Van Nort (York University): Expert in interactive performance systems and AI-driven artistic improvisation.
• Dr. Roberta Buiani (University of Toronto): Scholar and artist specializing in unconventional spaces for interdisciplinary artistic expression.
• Double Pendulum Collective (John Gzowski, Jim Ruxton, Anna Chatterton, Julia Aplin): Award-winning artists in residence at LIVELab.
• Dr. Laurel Trainor (McMaster University): Cognitive neuroscientist specializing in the neuroscience of music.
• Dr. Daniel Bosnyak (McMaster University): Technical Director of the LIVELab

Schedule Highlights:

• 6:00 PM: Opening Remarks and Bio-Sensing Demonstration
• 6:35 PM: Panel: Real-Time Bio-Sensing in Creative Practice
• 7:05 PM: Panel: Future Impacts of Bio-Sensing on Performance Art
• 8:00 PM: Open Discussion and Q&A

This symposium is the culmination of a three-week residency at LIVELab, where Double Pendulum Collective integrated bio-sensing into their performance practice. The discussions will expand on workshop insights and showcase practical applications, bridging the gap between technology and artistry.

Register today to secure your spot in this groundbreaking exploration of art and technology!