Robert Zwijnenberg

Robert Zwijnenberg is a professor of Art and Science Interactions at Leiden University. With a background in civil engineering and philosophy, he earned a PhD in philosophy from the University of Amsterdam. His research and teaching focus on the role of contemporary art in academic and public discussions about the ethical, societal, political, legal, and cultural implications of biotechnological innovations. Over the past eight years, he has organized and taught the Leiden Honours Class "Who Owns Life?", which addresses the ethical, legal, and economic dimensions of biotechnological advancements. The course highlights the artistic perspective, offering participants hands-on, lab-based workshops led by bio-artists to engage with contemporary artistic practices.