Introduction
This project critically examines gender dynamics, sexual power, and societal constructs of equality, placing them in the context of biotechnological advancements and the speculative post-human future. Inspired by feminist theory, Freud's psychoanalysis, and bioengineering innovation, the work interrogates the ways in which physiological differences shape societal power structures. It proposes speculative futures where artificial organs and post-human identities redefine gender and challenge patriarchal norms.

Research Foundation

• Historical Context: Patriarchal societies historically granted men dominance in intimate and societal relationships, often framing women as passive entities. Key figures like Freud and Kinsey perpetuated these narratives, further embedding unequal power dynamics.

• Bioengineering and Post-Humanity: Advances in bioengineering suggest a future where reproductive organs can be designed and swapped, liberating gender identity and reproductive roles from biological constraints. Such possibilities call for rethinking societal norms and gender-based power hierarchies.

Speculative Questions

1. If physiological differences no longer dictate gender roles, can true equality be achieved?

2. Will artificial reproductive technologies dismantle the cultural dominance of traditional gender roles?

3. How will intimate relationships evolve when power is no longer gendered?

Key Concepts and Inspirations

1. "Invasive Vagina" Concept: Inspired by female hyenas' reproductive autonomy, this speculative organ design symbolises resistance against marital violence and patriarchal control.

2. Androgyny and Organ Exchange: Drawing from sea slugs’ dual reproductive systems, the work envisions a future where humans freely choose and interchange reproductive organs.

3. Post-Human Ethics: Rooted in works like Brave New World and Deleuze’s A Thousand Plateaus, the project explores the dissolution of traditional boundaries between human and non-human, body and identity.

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Artistic Expression
The project integrates speculative biology and philosophical inquiry into visual and conceptual designs, such as:

• Visual Representation: Concepts like “rhizome” and “organ-free body” inspire visuals that challenge traditional human anatomy.

• Storytelling: Narratives explore AI and post-human bodies assuming diverse roles in reproduction and caregiving, dissolving rigid gender expectations.

• Extended Implications: The symbolic and literal reshaping of the body suggests new modes of kinship, parenting, and identity, advancing feminist discourse.

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Conclusion
By bridging bioengineering, feminist theory, and speculative design, the project invites reflection on the future of gender, power, and societal roles. It provokes crucial ethical and philosophical discussions, envisioning a world where human identity and relationships transcend biological constraints. This artistic exploration not only critiques the present but also offers transformative possibilities for a more equitable post-human society.

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