DNA as Digital Data Storage: Opportunities and Challenges for HCI

Kim, Raphael

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-60700-5_29

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“…Despite the potential significance of DNA-based storage systems to radically shape how we manage data, there is currently a lack of discourse surrounding the upstream technology in the context of human-computer interaction [16]. Current scientific research continues to focus on the technical refinements of the emerging system, while most public dissemination revolves around promises of sustainable futures.…”

Section: Opportunity For Hcimentioning

confidence: 99%

Archives in DNA: Workshop Exploring Implications of an Emerging Bio-Digital Technology through Design Fiction

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Pschetz

Linehan

et al. 2021

Academic Mindtrek 2021

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Continuing developments in DNA-based digital data storage systems promise us a sustainable, techno-utopian future; propositioning bio-digital solutions addressing the ever-increasing global data production, and inadequacies of conventional storage infrastructure to meet the demand. Distinct attributes of DNA make it an attractive archival medium. With its ability to retain high density of digital information cheaply, and to do so over multi-lifespans, DNA-based storage systems are seen as able to radically shape how we archive and use data, across wide-ranging applications. However, while the stakeholders continue to refine and race towards commercialization of the emerging technology, its sociocultural and ethical implications remain unexplored, limiting opportunities to generate insights on how such systems could be better designed and experienced. This workshop begins to explore what our DNA-mediated archival futures may hold. We learn about the fundamental principles governing the new technology and create stories about its pervasion in our lives, mediated through design fiction and structured discourse. CCS CONCEPTS• Human-centered computing → Human computer interaction (HCI); • Information systems → Information storage technologies; • Hardware → Emerging technologies.

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Section: Opportunity For Hcimentioning

confidence: 99%