Breakthrough biomedical research is happening in the heart of Downtown Phoenix. The Phoenix Bioscience Core is a life-sciences hub where researchers from Arizona’s state universities work alongside leading bioscience pioneers and innovators. It is home to the highest concentration of research scientists in the region.

The Artist + Researcher Program was established to connect the cutting-edge life science research taking place in Phoenix with a wider audience. Nine local artists were paired with nine university-based researchers to create artwork based on their different areas of study. Working side-by-side in the lab, classroom and art studio, the resulting works are visual representations of the scientific progress happening in our city and state.

This exhibition features the artwork of the nine Artist + Researcher teams. Using paint, thread, clay or augmented reality, this exhibition showcases the innovative excellence of Artists + Researchers.

Pictured at top: Alexandra Bowers, Deciphering the Nature of Cardiokines, © 2022, pyrography (wood burning) illustration with wax pigment, courtesy of the artist