Abstract

This project follows an experimental design approach, exploring the provocative question: What if we could harness bioluminescence as a sustainable alternative light source?

To investigate this, together with my colleagues from FHNW Basel I developed a series of objects specifically engineered to trigger and showcase bioluminescent illumination through motion, sound or magnetism.

The Science

Photobacterium phosphoreum are bioluminescent bacteria that exist in symbiotic relationships with various marine species. These organisms emit light through a combination of chemical reactions and physical movement.

The Outcome

After mastering the cultivation and maintenance of these organisms in a laboratory setting, together with my colleagues from HGK Basel I designed speculative objects. This immersive experience allows the public to engage directly with the species and experience the mesmerizing phenomenon of natural bioluminescence firsthand.