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Oron Catts is an Associate Professor and Academic Lead at the University of Western Australia, where he leads the Institute of Advanced Studies and heads SymbioticA, a biological art research center. Since the founding of SymbioticA in 2000, he has been at the forefront of biological art, integrating art and science through various projects and collaborations. His work primarily focuses on the intersection of life sciences and contemporary art, exploring the cultural implications of new biological technologies. Catts has been recognized for his innovative contributions to the field, including awards such as the Prix Ars Electronica Golden Nica and the WA Premier Science Award. He has engaged in significant research collaborations with institutions such as Harvard Medical School and Stanford University, emphasizing the rich dialogue between artists and scientists. Catts' work has been exhibited internationally in prestigious venues such as MoMA in New York and the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, making his contributions to biological art widely acknowledged. His research interests include biotechnology, the ethics of life manipulation, and the artistic implications of biotechnology advancements.
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