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Possible futures from the intersection of nature, tech and society | Natsai Audrey Chieza

Mar 23, 2021
Natsai Audrey Chieza, a biodesigner and the driving force behind Faber Futures, envisions a harmonious future where nature and technology coexist. She discusses her innovative lab, which focuses on sustainable materials that can redefine our relationship with the environment. Chieza shares insights from a national art competition that propelled collaborations on global issues and highlights the need for multidisciplinary approaches in design. She inspires listeners to imagine radical changes that foster equity and a deeper connection to the natural world.
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ANECDOTE

Childhood Summit

  • As a child, Natsai Audrey Chieza participated in a UNESCO summit envisioning the future.
  • She realized that despite good intentions, envisioned futures don't automatically materialize.
INSIGHT

Faber Futures' Vision

  • Chieza leads Faber Futures, designing at the intersection of biology, technology, and society.
  • They prototype futures where both people and the planet thrive using biotechnology.
ANECDOTE

Faber Futures' Projects

  • Faber Futures developed toxin-free textile dyes using bacteria, promoting circular design.
  • They also created artworks exploring the ethics of DNA mining using microbiome data.
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