The 21st Century and Cancer Research

This book is an illustrated compendium of the work that the authors have been doing over a 40-year period at the interface between science and art. The central themes recur in different contexts throughout the book and there are some important starting points such as the fact that Newton himself denied that the first cause was mechanical. The scientific emphasis on entropy and chaos leads to what the authors call a carcinogenic worldview, which they reject in favour of emerging order through quantum biology. They seek instead a science with an ethical purpose, wisdom through beauty, information infused with inspiration. In this respect, the colour theories of Goethe are significant, as is what they call the golden age of Danish science based on the work of Oersted and the formulation of a creative physics. The fine paintings throughout the book can be viewed in 3-D using a special pair of spectacles provided. Some unusual connections and juxtapositions are made, including the elements in the title as exhibitions are mounted in support of cancer research, although it is not clear what kind of research is funded. Readers can consult the Centre website on www.science-art.com.au