A short film from The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), The Francis Crick Institute and Centre of the Cell, Queen Mary University, London that presents the complex world of immunology through dance, Speeding to Protection, will be screened at a special event titled “Rhythms of Immunity: choreographing the dance of vaccination”—which "explores the interplay between our immune system, vaccines and viruses and brings it to life through choreography, dance and film"—on 12 March at The Francis Crick Institute in London.
The screening will be followed by a panel discussion on collaborating across the art-science divide. How can scientific concepts be explored and communicated through dance? And what are the benefits of taking science beyond the boundaries of the lab—and onto the stage?
Dennie Wilson, Programme Manager, Faculty of Education, RAD explained, “this project exemplifies the transformative power of dance as a medium for education and communication. By collaborating with the Crick Institute, we have created a unique and engaging way to explore complex scientific concepts, making them accessible to a wider audience."
Francesca Di Rosa, Visiting Scientist at the Francis Crick Institute, added, "this collaboration has been an incredible opportunity to see our research communicated via a beautiful and impactful art piece. The 'Rhythms of Immunity' event will be an occasion to discuss how a scientifically accurate choreography can educate in an innovative and exciting manner, and to get feedback from the public."