Part of University of Buffalo, Coalesce - Center for Biological Arts is a hybrid studio laboratory facility dedicated to enabling hands-on creative engagement with the tools and technologies of the life sciences.
It is a place where artists, designers and architects actively learn, use and create, using life sciences technologies as their medium; scientists explore new forms or broader cultural meanings of their work; and philosophers, writers and social scientists interact in a tangible way with the processes of the life sciences. However, it is a place where such disciplinary labels are challenged and hybrid creative practices are incubated.
Coalesce establishes a dedicated studio laboratory for biological art and emerging practices in the arts, as well as graduate positions, interdisciplinary coursework, residency opportunities, DIY workshops and exhibitions.
The programme accepts 2–3 residents (or collaborative teams) per academic year. A residency is active for the entire year, however actual periods in residence will vary and should be mutually agreed upon by Coalesce and the artist. Residencies span a minimum of one month and residents are encouraged to stay for two or three months as they will likely be learning many new techniques and biological experiments often require long incubation periods.
Each resident (or collaborative team) will receive technical support, access to laboratory equipment, an artist fee of $1000, up to $1500 in laboratory materials and supplies, and up to $1000/month toward travel and accommodation costs.
