# Macabre Ferrofluid Artworks Schizophrenia by Alessandro Brighetti Revolves Around a Skull By Meghan Young | Published 2012-06-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schizophrenia-by-alessandro-brighetti References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/culture/alessandro-brighetti-schizophrenia.php) & [oltredimore.it](http://www.oltredimore.it/en/alessandro-brighetti-2/) Schizophrenia by Alessandro Brighetti is a unique artwork that manipulates ferrofluids by way of electromagnetics in order to create a macabre display worthy of a cinematic horror film. While ferrofluid has been artistically explored by such individuals as [David Markus](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrite-by-david-markus) and [Sachiko Kodama](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrofluid-art-sachiko-kodama-materials-science), this sculpture has taken a particularly sinister turn. Recently presented during the Scope Basel 2012 exhibition in Switzerland, Schizophrenia by Alessandro Brighetti revolves around the form of a skull while a similar creation centers on a brain. Working closely with a chemist, the [oil-like liquid moves sinuously](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow) over the [skull and brain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiyuan-xu) disturbingly. Schizophrenia by Alessandro Brighetti is yet another example of [scientific-based artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathematically-shaped) in his impressive oeuvre. With medicine in his family background, he endeavors to bring science to imagination and art to reason. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ferrofluid Artworks:** Discover the artistic potential of ferrofluids through electrifying and unique art pieces. - **Macabre Displays:** Explore the intersection of horror and art with macabre sculptures and installations. - **Scientific-based Artwork:** Witness the fusion of science and imagination through captivating artistic expressions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Discover innovative techniques and mediums that push the boundaries of artistry. - **Medicine and Healthcare:** Explore the potential for artistic collaborations within the field of medicine and healthcare. - **Entertainment and Film:** Find inspiration for visually captivating and unsettling visuals in horror films and entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Medicine-Inspired Artful Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/something-for-the-pain.md) - [Brain-Like Labyrinths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brash-collective.md) - [Thought-Provoking Interactive Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antibodies-installation.md) - [Scientifically-Accurate Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-microbiology.md) - [Material Art Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ferro-capsule.md) - [Movement-Evoking Audio Visualizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/favle22.md)