Vasiliy Znamenskiy’s Profile

Goals: Fos­ter in­ter­dis­ci­pli­nary col­lab­o­ra­tion: The open com­mu­nity aims to bring to­gether in­di­vid­u­als from the fields of sci­ence and art to fos­ter col­lab­o­ra­tion, ex­change knowl­edge, and cre­ate syn­er­gies be­tween the two dis­ci­plines. Ex­plore the in­ter­sec­tion of sci­ence and art: The com­mu­nity seeks to delve into the con­nec­tions be­tween sci­en­tific knowl­edge and artis­tic ex­pres­sion, ex­plor­ing how sci­en­tific con­cepts can be re­flected and re­fracted through var­i­ous forms of art. Pro­mote di­a­logue and un­der­stand­ing: The com­mu­nity aims to fa­cil­i­tate con­ver­sa­tions and dis­cus­sions be­tween sci­en­tists and artists, en­cour­ag­ing mu­tual un­der­stand­ing and ap­pre­ci­a­tion of each other’s work, while bridg­ing the gap be­tween the two do­mains. Ob­jec­tives: Knowl­edge shar­ing: Fa­cil­i­tate the shar­ing of sci­en­tific knowl­edge and artis­tic per­spec­tives within the com­mu­nity, pro­mot­ing cross-dis­ci­pli­nary learn­ing and un­der­stand­ing. Col­lab­o­ra­tion: En­cour­age col­lab­o­ra­tive pro­jects be­tween sci­en­tists and artists, fos­ter­ing the cre­ation of art­works that draw in­spi­ra­tion from sci­en­tific con­cepts or that com­mu­ni­cate sci­en­tific ideas through artis­tic means. Ex­hi­bi­tion and pub­li­ca­tion: Pro­vide a plat­form for com­mu­nity mem­bers to show­case their col­lab­o­ra­tive art­works, or­ga­niz­ing ex­hi­bi­tions and pub­lish­ing rel­e­vant ma­te­ri­als to reach a wider au­di­ence. Ed­u­ca­tion and out­reach: Or­ga­nize work­shops, lec­tures, and ed­u­ca­tional pro­grams to en­gage the broader pub­lic, rais­ing aware­ness about the in­ter­play be­tween sci­ence and art and pro­mot­ing the ap­pre­ci­a­tion of both dis­ci­plines. Re­search and ex­plo­ration: Sup­port re­search ini­tia­tives that in­ves­ti­gate the im­pact of sci­en­tific knowl­edge on artis­tic prac­tice, and vice versa, en­cour­ag­ing ex­plo­ration of new ways to in­ter­pret and rep­re­sent sci­en­tific con­cepts through art. Meth­ods: On­line plat­form: Es­tab­lish an on­line plat­form, such as a web­site or a ded­i­cated so­cial media pres­ence, to serve as a hub for the com­mu­nity. This plat­form will fa­cil­i­tate com­mu­ni­ca­tion, knowl­edge shar­ing, and col­lab­o­ra­tion among mem­bers. Com­mu­nity events: Or­ga­nize reg­u­lar com­mu­nity events, such as vir­tual or in-per­son meet­ings, work­shops, sem­i­nars, and panel dis­cus­sions, to fa­cil­i­tate di­a­logue and col­lab­o­ra­tion. Col­lab­o­ra­tive pro­jects: En­cour­age and sup­port col­lab­o­ra­tive pro­jects be­tween sci­en­tists and artists, pro­vid­ing a frame­work for them to ex­change ideas and de­velop joint art­works. Ex­hi­bi­tions and pub­li­ca­tions: Or­ga­nize art ex­hi­bi­tions and pub­lish cat­a­logs or jour­nals that fea­ture col­lab­o­ra­tive art­works, doc­u­ment­ing the in­ter­sec­tion of sci­ence and art within the com­mu­nity. Ed­u­ca­tional ini­tia­tives: De­velop ed­u­ca­tional pro­grams, in­clud­ing work­shops, lec­tures, and ed­u­ca­tional ma­te­ri­als, tar­get­ing both com­mu­nity mem­bers and the gen­eral pub­lic to pro­mote un­der­stand­ing and ap­pre­ci­a­tion of the sci­en­tific and artis­tic realms. Re­search grants: Es­tab­lish re­search grants or fund­ing op­por­tu­ni­ties to sup­port com­mu­nity mem­bers’ re­search ini­tia­tives ex­plor­ing the re­flec­tion and re­frac­tion of sci­en­tific knowl­edge in art. Net­work­ing and part­ner­ships: Fos­ter con­nec­tions with other or­ga­ni­za­tions, in­sti­tu­tions, and ini­tia­tives that share sim­i­lar goals, cre­at­ing part­ner­ships to ex­pand the reach and im­pact of the com­mu­nity. Through these goals, ob­jec­tives, and meth­ods, the open com­mu­nity “Re­flec­tion and Re­frac­tion of Sci­en­tific Knowl­edge in Art” aims to bridge the gap be­tween sci­ence and art, fos­ter in­ter­dis­ci­pli­nary col­lab­o­ra­tion, and cre­ate a vi­brant space for ex­plo­ration and in­no­va­tion at the in­ter­sec­tion of these two do­mains.

Goals: Foster interdisciplinary collaboration: The open community aims to bring together individuals from the fields of science and art to foster collaboration, exchange knowledge, and create synergies between the two disciplines. Explore the intersection of science and art: The community seeks to delve into the connections between scientific knowledge and artistic expression, exploring how scientific concepts can be reflected and refracted through various forms of art. Promote dialogue and understanding: The community aims to facilitate conversations and discussions between scientists and artists, encouraging mutual understanding and appreciation of each other’s work, while bridging the gap between the two domains. Objectives: Knowledge sharing: Facilitate the sharing of scientific knowledge and artistic perspectives within the community, promoting cross-disciplinary learning and understanding. Collaboration: Encourage collaborative projects between scientists and artists, fostering the creation of artworks that draw inspiration from scientific concepts or that communicate scientific ideas through artistic means. Exhibition and publication: Provide a platform for community members to showcase their collaborative artworks, organizing exhibitions and publishing relevant materials to reach a wider audience. Education and outreach: Organize workshops, lectures, and educational programs to engage the broader public, raising awareness about the interplay between science and art and promoting the appreciation of both disciplines. Research and exploration: Support research initiatives that investigate the impact of scientific knowledge on artistic practice, and vice versa, encouraging exploration of new ways to interpret and represent scientific concepts through art. Methods: Online platform: Establish an online platform, such as a website or a dedicated social media presence, to serve as a hub for the community. This platform will facilitate communication, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among members. Community events: Organize regular community events, such as virtual or in-person meetings, workshops, seminars, and panel discussions, to facilitate dialogue and collaboration. Collaborative projects: Encourage and support collaborative projects between scientists and artists, providing a framework for them to exchange ideas and develop joint artworks. Exhibitions and publications: Organize art exhibitions and publish catalogs or journals that feature collaborative artworks, documenting the intersection of science and art within the community. Educational initiatives: Develop educational programs, including workshops, lectures, and educational materials, targeting both community members and the general public to promote understanding and appreciation of the scientific and artistic realms. Research grants: Establish research grants or funding opportunities to support community members’ research initiatives exploring the reflection and refraction of scientific knowledge in art. Networking and partnerships: Foster connections with other organizations, institutions, and initiatives that share similar goals, creating partnerships to expand the reach and impact of the community. Through these goals, objectives, and methods, the open community “Reflection and Refraction of Scientific Knowledge in Art” aims to bridge the gap between science and art, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and create a vibrant space for exploration and innovation at the intersection of these two domains.

A vir­tual learn­ing com­mu­nity for fac­ulty who ap­plied and were ac­cepted to par­tic­i­pate in the June 2023 Teach­ing on the Open­Lab. (Image credit: “Ab­stract Bird” by Biance Van Dijk on Pix­abay).

A virtual learning community for faculty who applied and were accepted to participate in the June 2023 Teaching on the OpenLab. (Image credit: “Abstract Bird” by Biance Van Dijk on Pixabay).

A place for BMCC fac­ulty who are teach­ing (or con­sid­er­ing teach­ing) on the Open­Lab to con­nect and share ideas. Image by Wokan­dapix from Pix­abay

A place for BMCC faculty who are teaching (or considering teaching) on the OpenLab to connect and share ideas. Image by Wokandapix from Pixabay