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Nobel Textiles

Rachel Kelly, Detail of laser etching. Photo: Simon Denton
Rachel Kelly, Detail of laser etching. Photo: Simon Denton
14 September 2008 - 21 September 2008

Five Nobel-winning scientists have been paired with five textile designers as part of a two-year project between Central Saint Martins College and the Medical Research Council, and the result is Nobel Textiles: a brilliant week of exhibitions and events at the ICA and in St James's Park.

Live and Media Arts Archive

Nobel Textiles Workshops

14 - 15 Sep 2008

Including a composting workshop with Carole Collet and a solar jam workshop with Rachel Wingfield.

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Nobel Textiles Exhibitions

14 - 21 Sep 2008

Self-folding fabrics, urban food production, garden furniture and more, with further work in the digital studio and bar.

Live and Media Arts Archive

Nobel Textiles Debate

16 September 2008

Nobel laureates and designers discuss the relationship between science and design.

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Nobel Textiles Film + Discussion

18 September 2008

A 20-minute film by Kiki von Glasow exploring the interaction of the scientists and designers taking part in Nobel Textiles.

Live and Media Arts Archive

Nobel Textiles Walk

21 September 2008

Nobel laureate Tim Hunt talks about cyclins and cycling while taking a tour of the exhibition in the park with some of the Nobel Textiles designers.

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