Artist Commission – UCL School of Pharmacy

Artist Commission

The UCL School of Pharmacy invites applications for an Artist to collaborate closely with our four research departments (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/life-sciences/practice-and-policy – Practice and Policy, https://www.ucl.ac.uk/life-sciences/pharmaceutics – Pharmaceutics, https://www.ucl.ac.uk/life-sciences/pharmacology – Pharmacology and https://www.ucl.ac.uk/life-sciences/pbc – Pharmaceutical and Biological Chemistry), each inspiring the creation of a distinct artwork that captures its unique focus and character. This unique opportunity is designed to explore the intersections between scientific inquiry and creative practice, fostering new ways to engage the public, enrich academic dialogue, and offer fresh perspectives on pharmaceutical research.

Scope of the Commission

• Engage meaningfully with the UCL School of Pharmacy’s Research Departments, facilitating creative exchange between staff, students, and broader communities.
• Document and share their research and creative process
• Produce four distinct largescale works (spanning up to 100x100cm) inspired by the scientific environment and themes of the School’s four Research Departments – Practice and Policy, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, and Pharmaceutical and Biological Chemistry. These works will be housed permanently in the Maplethorpe Lecture Theatre – G02 (with the proviso that they are detachable should the UCL School of Pharmacy transfer location in the future).

About the UCL School of Pharmacy

The https://www.ucl.ac.uk/life-sciences/pharmacy – UCL School of Pharmacy is one of the world’s leading institutions for pharmaceutical education and research, with a rich heritage dating back to 1842. Nestled in the heart of London, the School combines cutting-edge science with clinical practice to train the next generation of pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, researchers and innovators. Its multidisciplinary approach spans drug discovery, pharmaceutics, pharmacology, and pharmacy practice, exploring the frontiers of biopharmaceutics, nanomedicine and personalised medicine. With strong industry partnerships and a global research network, the School plays a pivotal role in shaping healthcare outcomes and improving lives worldwide.