“Quicksilver: Closed Circuit Currencies” is an interdisciplinary research project initiated during my residency at Fabrica Research Centre in Italy. The project explores the intersections of autoimmunity, toxicology, and nanotechnology, aiming to address complex issues at the intersection of biology, environmental science, and technology, with implications for health, sustainability, and societal well-being.
The work focuses on observing the natural habitat of fish in the Adriatic Sea and conducting a case study that examines levels of heavy metals in fish tissues. The Adriatic was chosen due to its personal significance, as my family has relied on fishing as income. By comparing the fishing industry between Italy and Croatia, the project aims to understand the respect each has for the marine environment. The installation for this project consists of a self-made bioreactor where microalgae biomass serves as the energy source for the processor, which is integrated and connected to the tooth. The processor contains research data on fish migration and toxicity and offers the possibility for storing personal medical data in a protected manner. This integration symbolizes the interconnectedness of biological and technological systems, where the human body serves as both a source of energy and a repository of valuable information.