A comfortable knit sweater that draws attention to critical human rights issues? A light jacket with roots in cell biology? A sweater that embodies the fundamental laws of astrophysics? The Art x Science knitwear collection by the University of Zurich brings together artists, designers, and scientists from a wide range of disciplines. The goal: to translate complex research questions into wearable garments and thus bring these questions into everyday life.

Artists such as Leonie Böhm, Anna Anderegg, and Ibghy & Lemmens have developed designs—translated into knit sweaters—by engaging with findings from brain research, astrophysics, infectious disease research, and human rights research.

The collection was already presented at last year’s World Expo in Osaka and at Mode Suisse in Zurich. Experience it at Scientifica in a fashion performance that combines fashion, music, dance, and science. Following the performance, participating researchers will discuss the scientific principles behind the garments.

Artistic Director: Yannick Aellen, Director of Mode Suisse
Performance: Winnie Dias, Alex Vazquez Gala, Ricardo Urbina

Art x Science knitwear was designed by:

• Leonie Böhm (Theater) × Prof. Sebastian Jessberger (Brain Research)
• Andrea Mettler (Graphic Design) × Prof. Laura Baudis (Astrophysics)
• Mirabella-Morganti (Design) × Prof. Greta Patzke + Walker Marks (Chemistry)
• AG-stoen (Costume Design) × Prof. Monika Dommann (History)
• ALP Atelier Landolt-Pfister (Design) × Prof. Annelies Zinkernagel (Infectious Diseases)
• Anna Anderegg (Performance Art) × Prof. Helen Keller (International Law)
• Richard Ibghy + Marilou Lemmens (Fine Arts) × Prof. Alexander Wagner (Sustainable Finance)

Art x Science knitwear by the University of Zurich was created in collaboration with MRC Knitwear, Textil AG, and Biella Yarn (Südwolle).