Keratinocytes / Protection

Keratinocytes (Keratin derives from Greek κέρατος the genitive form of κέρας meaning “horn”)

Keratinocytes are the predominant cell types in the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. The primary function of keratinocytes is the formation of a barrier against environmental threats such as pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites), heat, radiation and water loss. It’s our outer protective coat.

In laB. world, Keratinocytes are used as metaphors of Protection.

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Ιn 2012, Vasia created lαΒ., a hybrid world of Science and Art, as a child with two equally developed brain hemispheres. Combining her knowledge from the field of Cytogenetics with imagination, brings the basic elements of life outside laboratory aiming to communicate her science through a different path.

In the world of lαB., typical biological structures are transformed into unique bio-conceptual creations. Basic functions of life return to their primitive form: Matter, Genesis, Energy, Movement, Senses; all equally combined, they embody the charm of a balanced and magnificent microcosm.

This newborn microcosm, unlike the real one, is ready to accept hybrid creations and creatures with scientific structure, beauty charm and bio-conceptual symbolism. Wearable Science is a way to embrace our Intelligence and to evolve the meaning of beauty.

In the world of lαΒ., Intelligence is the new Beauty.

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