Difference, Sameness and DNA: Investigations in Critical Art and Science (Palgrave BioArt) (Original Publisher)

Difference, Sameness and DNA offers a compelling exploration of how DNA, as both a scientific object and cultural symbol, informs our understanding of identity, difference, and social belonging. Positioned at the crossroads of biotechnology, critical theory, and contemporary art, this book delves into the ways BioArt practices question, challenge, and reinterpret genomic science. Ideal for interdisciplinary audiences—including scholars in science and technology studies (STS), cultural studies, bioethics, media theory, and contemporary art—as well as practicing artists working with biological themes.

Key Features and Highlights

• Interdisciplinary Focus: Merges the fields of critical theory, molecular biology, and visual art.
• Cutting-Edge Topics: Engages with modern debates around genomics, race, biopolitics, and the human body.
• BioArt Case Studies: Features real-world artistic projects that utilize DNA and biotechnological processes as mediums.
• Critical Frameworks: Uses feminist theory, posthumanism, and decolonial critique to unpack the narratives around sameness, difference, and scientific authority.
• Academic Rigor & Artistic Insight: Balanced structure appeals to both academic researchers and creative practitioners.

Topics Covered

• Includes core chapters on: critical bioart practices, genomic imaginaries, the politics of identity and race in biotechnology, biological data and ethics, and intersections between art and laboratory science.

About the Author
Authored by an established scholar in critical media studies and contemporary art, with a specialization in biotechnological discourse and its cultural representations. Their work bridges the gap between scientific inquiry and creative critique, offering deep insight into the implications of emerging biotechnologies.

Technical Details

• Format:  PDF 
• File Size: Approximately 8–15 MB
• Language: English
• Compatibility: Works on all major devices, including iOS, Android, Kindle, Mac, and PC platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Do I need a background in genetics or art to understand this book?
A: Not necessarily. While the book engages with scientific and artistic concepts, it is written with interdisciplinary accessibility in mind, making it suitable for readers from cultural studies, philosophy, STS, and art backgrounds.

Q2: Can I use this book as a reference for academic work or teaching?
A: Absolutely. Difference, Sameness and DNA is ideal for university-level teaching, particularly in courses related to bioethics, media theory, art and science, posthumanism, or interdisciplinary research methodologies.