Cosmic Titans: Art, Science and the Quantum Universe

This exhibition unites art and science in a captivating exploration of the quantum universe, celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.

Quantum science deals with the smallest particles in nature. It is bringing about a revolution in our understanding of the origins of the universe and delivering ground-breaking technology. At the forefront of quantum research are scientists from the University of Nottingham and across the country, whose pioneering work has established both the university and the UK as centres of excellence in this fast-evolving field.

The exhibition features new commissions by nine artists who have each spent time working alongside world-leading researchers in quantum physics. Through immersive sculptural installations and photography, they give expression to the excitement, wonder and poetry of cutting-edge scientific discovery that is transforming our future.

The exhibition has been curated by Professor Silke Weinfurtner in the School of Mathematical Sciences, whose pioneering work in the field of black hole simulations remains unrivalled; Dr Ulrike Kuchner, Senior Researcher in Astronomy and Art-Science collaborations in the School of Physics and Astronomy; and Neil Walker, Head of Visual Arts Programming, Lakeside Arts with Professor Helen Kennedy and the Virtual and Immersive Production Studio.

Artists include Conrad Shawcross RA; Studio Above&Below; Alistair McClymont; Matthew Woodham; Monica C. LoCascio and Daniela Brill Estrada; David Severn; and Jim Grainger.

Through art and interpretive text, audio and video, this exhibition will communicate the wonder, complexity and otherworldliness of quantum science, with the pioneering research taking place at the University of Nottingham, explained and interpreted for a general audience. A public programme of talks, workshops and tours will accompany the exhibition offering audiences the opportunity to delve deeper into the artistic-scientific collaborations underpinning the exhibition. The exhibition also incorporates a public engagement area including photography by David Severn and Jim Grainger and video interviews with leading UK quantum researchers.