Art and Science: Towards a New Framework
© Dr. Nobuhiro Hayashi
On 22 May, UNU will host “Art and Science: Towards a New Framework”, a conversation with Dr. Nobuhiro Hayashi, Vice President for International Strategy and Engagement at the Institute of Science Tokyo.
The event has been organized with support from the German Centre for Research and Innovation Tokyo (DWIH Tokyo), to commemorate the photo exhibition “Fascination of Science” by renowned German photographer Herlinde Koelbl, currently on display at UNU Headquarters.
Art and science are often seen as separate domains, however, they have deep structural and philosophical parallels. Both seek to explore, interpret and represent the world through curiosity and creativity, but with vastly different outputs. Throughout history, many scientists – including Leonardo da Vinci, Carl Sagan, and Albert Einstein – have used art adeptly as both a source of expression of their work and as inspiration. However, modern education tends to divide art and science, with little overlap.
Dr. Hayashi will join Ms. Kyra “Kiki” Bowman, UNU Head of Communications, to explore the future of science and art and its role in society. The conversation will reimagine the relationship between art and science. How can art make science more accessible and meaningful to the general public? Could art function as a cognitive tool for scientists? Can artistic thinking in the scientific process bring deeper imagination, observation and creativity? Would this challenge scientists to reformulate how research and development is approached?
Informationen zur Veranstaltung
22. Mai 2025, 18:30 bis 19:30 Uhr
United Nations University
Veranstalter: United Nations University / Support: DWIH Tokyo
Place: 2F Reception Hall at the UNU Headquarters in Tokyo
Time: 18:30-19:30 (JST)
Language: English
Entry fee: Not required
Registration deadline: May 21 at 15:00 (JST)
*For more information and to register, please click on the “Website” link above in the box.