Crucibles of Creativity - Exploring Sites of Innovation and Collaboration

Explore the factors behind extraordinary bursts of creativity in specific places and times through this thought-provoking lecture by Michael John Gorman. Delve into case studies ranging from Renaissance Florence to Silicon Valley's Homebrew Computer Club, examining the social and environmental conditions that foster innovation. Investigate the challenges of "orchestrated creativity" and discover emerging collaborative environments challenging traditional institutions. Learn about the establishment of Science Gallery at Trinity College Dublin as a space for creative collisions between science and art. Gain insights into nurturing creativity in cities and institutions for the 21st century, considering topics such as entrepreneurial culture, the conceptual age, and the importance of cheap spaces for creative collisions. Reflect on the measurement of creativity and its potential drawbacks while understanding why certain locations become crucibles of innovation.