Kathy High is an interdisciplinary artist who collaborates with scientists and activists, and considers living systems, animal sentience, and ethical dilemmas of biotechnology and medical industries. She is Professor of Arts at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, and is director of BAT (BioArt and Technology) Laboratory in RPI’s Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies. She is a supporter of community DIY science and ecological art practices and the Project Coordinator for NATURE Lab with The Sanctuary for Independent Media. She is committed to queer/feminist approaches to reshaping ecological bio-science research, learning-by-doing and collaborative action. She is the recipient of fellowships and awards from National Endowment for the Arts and Guggenheim Foundation. She is currently part of the Metabolic Arts Gathering, Medical Museoin, Copenhagen, Denmark.
