Otávio Schipper

Otávio Schipper is a Brazilian artist with an unusual background in the art world. With a degree in Physics from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Schipper has explored the intersection between art and science throughout his career.

Career and Recognitions
In 2015, Schipper was awarded the prestigious Berlin Fellowship by the Akademie der Künste in Germany, where he had the opportunity to deepen his artistic research in a stimulating international environment. Two years later, in 2017, he received the KLAS Award from the Max Planck Society, one of the most respected research institutions in the world, also in Germany.

Scientific Collaborations
Schipper's career is marked by significant collaborations with synthetic biology research groups, both at the Max Planck Institutes in Germany and at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. These collaborations have allowed the artist to integrate scientific methods into his works, creating a unique fusion of art and science.

Artistic Residencies
In 2019, Schipper was invited as a visiting artist by CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research) in Switzerland. This residency at CERN, one of the world's leading particle physics research organizations, provided him with a platform to further explore the complexities of the universe and translate advanced scientific concepts into artistic expressions.

Legacy and Impact
Otávio Schipper's work is characterized by the integration of his scientific background with artistic practice, resulting in works that challenge the boundaries between these two disciplines. His impact is evident both in the art world and in the field of scientific research, demonstrating how art can offer new perspectives and insights into contemporary science.

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