dr. pauline sameshima: distinguished researcher talk - "what does chess have to do with ancient viruses?"

about the talk

the hiv obstruction by programmed epigenetics (hope) collaboratory, a $26.5 million nih-funded initiative, employs a novel "block-lock-stop" approach to find an hiv cure. a key component of this project is the community arts integrated research (cair) program, which draws on artistic expression to enhance scientific communication and understanding. cair, led by dr. pauline sameshima, utilizes various art forms such as dance, poetry, pottery, and visual arts to stimulate conversation and provide feedback on hiv cure research. this approach offers several benefits: 1. it provides unique perspectives on complex scientific concepts, making them more accessible to the public. 2. it bridges the gap between scientists and communities, facilitating dialogue and mutual understanding. 3. artworks serve as tangible representations of research goals, keeping objectives in focus.

the cair program integrates art into data generation, analysis, and research dissemination. this innovative approach not only educates communities but also provides valuable feedback to scientists, fostering a more inclusive and effective research process. by combining scientific expertise with community insights and artistic expression, the hope collaboratory aims to accelerate the development of an hiv cure while ensuring that the resulting cure strategies are understood and welcomed by people living with hiv.

about the speaker

dr. pauline sameshima is a professor at 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 and former canada research chair in arts integrated studies. she is an artist, poet, writer, and curriculum theorist specializing in arts integrated research. her work focuses on creativity, interdisciplinary approaches, and community engagement. dr. sameshima has received numerous awards for her innovative research and teaching. she is a member of the college of the royal society of canada and serves as the editor-in-chief of the journal of the canadian association for curriculum studies and the curator of the lakehead galleries.