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This studio explores intersections of ethnobotany, technology, and design. In collaboration with the Kamehameha Schools Maui Aina team we will discuss issues relating to agriculture, resources, and food sovereignty. In the introductory project, Cyborg Botany, haumana will learn electronic basics and prototype responsive devices for plant clients. The research gathered in Cyborg Botany will inform the second project, Foodscapes, where haumana will have the opportunity to design and build a site specific installation on campus that activates conversations around people and the future of the food. 

Final Presentation

Jai Mashino

Mechanical Beanstock

Eythan DeRego

Pāʻina I’a

Makananoheamaikalani Eckel

The Assalter

Kainoa Monkres

Cyborg Botany Presentation

Kale Spencer

Hot to Trot Borage

Kalaiakea Yap

Plant Presentation

Rylee Andaya

Plant Presentation

Rylee Andaya

Blink Code 

Testing your arduino connection

Before you start using your tiny new computer (aka Arduino) you are going to run a test. Using the blink code, you will be able to see a simple physical output where a built in LED blinks from the board.


Before you begin, you will need the Arduino Software downloaded. Refer to the link below this post for instructions. 

Before you start this test, follow the instructions here: Installing Arduino