“Viral Symmetries” is an ongoing bioartistic collection based on real data taken from the scientific analysis at the structural level of full capsids of different viral species of medical importance. Viruses depend on the existence of these geometric capsids designed by evolutionary pressures established according to interactions with host cells. Viral geometric patterns are associated with the ancient concept of “sacred geometry”, which states that all shapes in nature adhere to harmonious proportions that make them viable. For viruses, this functional geometry makes it possible for their complex and diverse biochemical structures to assemble into stable forms that allow their perpetuation.

The symmetry of viral capsids can be of two types: icosahedral or helical. In both cases, such symmetry is based on the assembly of protein subunits that are reorganized following specific and precise mathematical patterns, which in turn are part of natural fractal expressions. The icosahedron is considered one of the basic components of life associated with the element of water, the wisdom of the universe and the flow of time. Another geometric structure found in helical viruses is the spiral. This shape symbolizes the energy of emergence, renewal and creativity.

The project brings visual information from the molecular level in the form of “nanoscopic sacred geometry” with spiritual meaning for human consciousness. This information gives us another vision for the interpretation of the material plane, since geometry is the language used by nature to manifests forms at the different scales of the physical space.