In contemporary Western societies, the yearning for longevity has become a central preoccupation, shaping societal values, ethics, and the very fabric of human existence. This pursuit is not merely a quest for added years but a profound philosophical and technological exploration of life, its meaning and impact on the collective human experience. The relentless advancement of medical science combined with a growing awareness of healthy living has sparked an unprecedented interest in extending human life. Longevity is no longer confined to myth or fantasy as it was historically; it is a tangible goal pursued through cutting-edge research, bioengineering, and a myriad of wellness practices.

Year: 2019 - 2025

Ongoing Artistic Research

A sea cucumber aquaculture near Toliara in southwest Madagascar is working together with villagers in one of the impoverished regions to combat starvation and provide them with a regular income.

Year: 2023

Author: Martin Theis

Published: GEO, P.M., Der Freitag

Exhibited: Klimabiennale Wien (2024)

Podcast: Feeling Blue - Paartherapie mit dem Ozean (Episode 4)

When the European Union had its biggest expansion to the East in 2004, many young people took the chance to seek opportunities in the West ― made possible through a common market and free movement of people. For many, open borders inside the European Union are one of the bloc’s most important principles and one which influences a lot of people’s life choices.

I Will Call It Home looks at personal stories of individuals who migrated from Eastern Europe - for love, education, work, or completely different reasons.

Published: 2020, ISBN:978-3-00-065114-4, Self-Published

Algae farming is becoming more and more difficult due to climate change and higher temperatures in the oceans. Many companies and NGOs are trying now to solve the problem for the local farmers. The NGO "Climate Foundation" is operating platforms in the Philippines that move the algae down at night to cool it.

Year: 2023

Author: Svenja Beller

Published: The Guardian, Das Lamm, Der Freitag

Exhibited: Klimabiennale Wien (2024)

Podcast: Feeling Blue - Paartherapie mit dem Ozean (Episode 3)