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T: Fachverband Teilchenphysik

T 96: Outreach II

T 96.3: Vortrag

Freitag, 20. März 2026, 09:30–09:45, KH 01.020

Universe in Creation: Student Art Inspired by Dark Matter Research — •Markus Klute and Michael Hoch — KIT, Karlsruhe, Germany

Over the course of a full school year, KIT and the ZKM collaborated with an all-girls Gymnasium in Karlsruhe to explore dark matter and the universe through the lens of artistic creation. Girls aged 11-14 met bi-weekly at KIT and the ZKM, where particle physicists and art educators introduced them to concepts from particle physics and cosmology and supported them in developing their own creative interpretations.

Working at the intersection of science and art, the pupils transformed ideas about the invisible universe into drawings, installations, and digital works. The project culminated in a public exhibition at the ZKM, showcasing their artworks and highlighting how creative practice can empower young women to engage confidently with complex scientific themes. The collaboration explores the value of longer term STEAM programs in fostering curiosity and participation in physics.

Keywords: Art; Dark matter; Gymnasium