## Breadcrumb 1. [Home](/index%2Ephp/) 2. Events and Exhibitions 3. [Research Talks featuring Ala Roushan](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/4189) # Research Talks featuring Ala Roushan Event Alumni Faculty Graduate Student International Student Public Staff Undergraduate Student Join us for the February edition of Research Talks, first of the 2026. In this talk, Solar Threads, Roushan traces her recent body of work, critically examining technologies that mediate our relation to nature and the enduring human drive to control it. 205 Richmond (RHA) 205 Richmond St W. Room 701K - 205 Richmond St W February 11, 2026 4 - 6 p.m. Department Research Faculty Faculty of Design Cost Free [Add to Calendar](data:text/calendar;charset=utf8;base64,QkVHSU46VkNBTEVOREFSDQpWRVJTSU9OOjIuMA0KUFJPRElEOlNwYXRpZSBjYWxlbmRhci1saW5rcw0KQkVHSU46VkVWRU5UDQpVSUQ6MjQzYjM2ZWZhOWQ4NDAwMjM5MzBkNDcxMmI3ZTVjZmENClNVTU1BUlk6UmVzZWFyY2ggVGFsa3MgZmVhdHVyaW5nIEFsYSBSb3VzaGFuDQpEVFNUQU1QOjIwMjYwMjExVDIxMDAwMFoNCkRUU1RBUlQ6MjAyNjAyMTFUMjEwMDAwWg0KRFRFTkQ6MjAyNjAyMTFUMjMwMDAwWg0KRU5EOlZFVkVOVA0KRU5EOlZDQUxFTkRBUg==) 205 Richmond (RHA) 205 Richmond St W. Room 701K - 205 Richmond St W February 11, 2026 4 - 6 p.m. Department Research Faculty Faculty of Design Cost Free [Add to Calendar](data:text/calendar;charset=utf8;base64,QkVHSU46VkNBTEVOREFSDQpWRVJTSU9OOjIuMA0KUFJPRElEOlNwYXRpZSBjYWxlbmRhci1saW5rcw0KQkVHSU46VkVWRU5UDQpVSUQ6MjQzYjM2ZWZhOWQ4NDAwMjM5MzBkNDcxMmI3ZTVjZmENClNVTU1BUlk6UmVzZWFyY2ggVGFsa3MgZmVhdHVyaW5nIEFsYSBSb3VzaGFuDQpEVFNUQU1QOjIwMjYwMjExVDIxMDAwMFoNCkRUU1RBUlQ6MjAyNjAyMTFUMjEwMDAwWg0KRFRFTkQ6MjAyNjAyMTFUMjMwMDAwWg0KRU5EOlZFVkVOVA0KRU5EOlZDQUxFTkRBUg==) ![Header image with speaker, Ala Roushan's photo in a magenta circle. The text reads Research Talks](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_wide/public/2026-02/Research-Talks-event-header_feb11_2.jpg.webp?itok=U8DUizrf) rgb(255,255,255) ### Research Talks with Ala Roushan Join us for the February edition of **Research Talks**, first of the year 2026, **featuring Ala Roushan.** In this talk, *Solar Threads*, Roushan traces her recent body of work, critically examining technologies that mediate our relation to nature and the enduring human drive to control it. Her research moves across specific sites, from the atmosphere and subterranean caves to archaeological remains and technological infrastructures—weaving together environmental histories and speculative futures. The presentation centers on her collaborative film with Charles Stankievech, A Shroud Woven of Solar Threads, in which she outlines an approach that brings ancient rituals of sun worship into dialogue with contemporary proposals for solar geoengineering. **Speaker Bio:** Ala Roushan explores artificial environments at the intersection of art, architecture, and technology. Roushan’s project, *Shaping Atmospheres*, was presented Fall 2024 as an exhibition and symposium, exploring the critical implications of today’s solar politics and speculations on solar geoengineering. Most recently, she co-directed a new film commission for MUDAC Museum, Lausanne 2025, tilted *A Shroud Woven of Solar Threads*, returning to the ancient Sun worship of Mitra thousands of years ago during a climate crisis*.* Previously, she produced *BREATHLESS* at The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery—a multifaceted project examining the paradoxes of air and breathing. In 2023, Roushan held a research professorship at the University of Tokyo, she is an Associate Professor in Environmental Design at OCAD University. p.s.: while you are at this talk, don't forget to check out the ongoing [Winter Design Festival](https://www.ocadu.ca/news/winter-design-festival-celebrates-innovation-design?bbeml=tp-gkLR81dYskyvIkThlo-QUA.jXdRnBhzZgk62hYe9iKYnbA.rmo__l48tOkGA3qqXV3io3Q.lMu2STHXseUWvoft0ErnMYQ). \_ The Research Talks is organized by the Office of Research and Innovation. Feel free to reach out to or for more information. Date and Time: Feb 11, 4-6 PM. Location: Room 701K - 205 Richmond St W. **Instagram**: [ocadu\_research](https://www.instagram.com/ocadu_research/) **email**: Please be advised that OCAD U hosted events may be documented through photographs and video. These images may be used by the University for promotional, advertising, and educational purposes. By participating in our events, both on campus and off-site, you consent to allowing OCAD University to document and use your image and likeness. However, if you do not want us to use a photo or video of you or your child, please don’t hesitate to let us know when you arrive at the event. You’re also welcome to get in touch with OCAD University’s Marketing & Communications office: . Be mindful of those in our community who have scent sensitivities; please help OCAD U maintain a healthy, scent-free campus.