BIOS in Search of Zoe

In her groundbreaking new publication, Dr. Assia Crawford takes readerson a captivating journey at the intersection of architecture, science, andcritical theory. A distinguished Assistant Professor in Technology with aPh.D. in Architecture, Crawford pioneers a visionary exploration of bio-design practices, experimental bio-fabrication methods, and the ethicalconsiderations surrounding the manipulation of living organisms.This unique work emerges from Crawford’s creative practice research, whichis deeply rooted in the development of biological material alternativesand digital fabrication practices tailored for a post-Anthropocene era. Theecological graphic novel format serves as a dynamic medium for conveyingcomplex ideas about the symbiotic relationship between human and non-human entities, pushing the boundaries of traditional academic discourse.