Future Humanity: Open Research Talk I

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Panel Discussion

Future Humanity: Open Research Talk I

Etsuko Ichihara (JP), Noemi Iglesias Barrios (ES), Takuma Suzuki (JP), Nicolas Naveau (FR/AT)

As our world reshapes, who do we choose to become—alongside other creatures, self-driving tech, and AI—who do we choose to become? Future Humanity Open Research Talk explores creative questions about Future Humanity with experts and invites visitors into the process of ongoing research.

At the Ars Electronica Festival 2025, Ars Electronica Futurelab and Toyota Motor Corporation Advanced R&D and Engineering Company are launching an open research platform to bring together artists, researchers, businesses, governments, and educational groups for wide-ranging teamwork.

POSTCITY, First Floor, Ars Electronica Lounge
Thu 4. Sep 2025 15:30 – 16:15

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EN

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FREE / No Ticket

  • Photo: Yujiro Ichioka

    Etsuko Ichihara

    Etsuko Ichihara has been creating artworks that interpret Japanese culture, customs, and beliefs from a unique point of view, and present new, technology-based approaches. Ichihara’s works were included in the Excellence Award at the 20th Japan Media Arts Festival, Entertainment Division and Honorary Mention (Interactive Art＋) in PRIX Ars Electronica. She has presented her works in exhibitions such as “Roppongi Crossing 2022” at the Mori Art Museum. CCBT Artist Fellow 2024.

  • Photo: Paul S. White

    Noemi Iglesias Barrios

    Noemi Iglesias Barrios is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores the intersection of romantic emotions and consumer culture through sculpture, porcelain, and long durational performative formats. Her practice investigates how digital rituals shape affection and desire, reflecting on intimacy as a commodified experience. She has exhibited internationally at institutions including the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, iMAL Brussels, and the Onassis Foundation.

  • Photo: Takuma Suzuki

    Takuma Suzuki

    Takuma Suzuki is a software engineer in Toyota Motor Corporation's Advanced Data Science Management Division. He analyzes conversations at automotive dealerships using AI and data science to enhance operational efficiency, support HR development, and inform vehicle planning. In collaboration with Futurelab, he is exploring a new thinking framework that integrates art thinking with data science to foster innovation and generate new value in response to Toyota’s ongoing transformation.

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    Nicolas Naveau

    Nicolas Naveau studied art at the Fine Art School in Angers, France. From 1997 to 2002 he worked as a course instructor for French culture (art history, comics, cinema) at the Centre for Adult Education in Vienna. Due to his interests and skills in the fields of art, graphic, and information design, he became a freelancer for Ars Electronica in 2002. Since 2006 Nicolas Naveau has been working as an artist and senior researcher in the field of information design at the Ars Electronica Futurelab.

Credits

Toyota Motor Corporation Advanced R&D and Engineering Company | Moderation: Nicolas Naveau