aphranel® Hosts “The Poetics of Time” Forum at Shanghai World Expo Museum
On May 6, aphranel® hosted its “Twin Peaks Lecture” and immersive runway presentation beneath the dome of the Roma Roma exhibition at the Shanghai World Expo Museum, bringing together voices from regenerative aesthetics, fashion, craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and the arts around a central question:
What defines beauty that can truly endure through time?
Held inside the exhibition’s “Hall of the Gods,” surrounded by classical Roman sculptures and beneath a Pantheon-inspired dome, the forum created a unique dialogue between ancient civilization and contemporary regenerative aesthetics.
The event was inspired by aphranel’s global philosophy, **The Poetics of Time**, which advocates a perspective on beauty rooted in long-term development, structural harmony, and natural regeneration.
A Dialogue Across Disciplines
The forum brought together guests from regenerative medicine, fashion, craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and the creative industries.
Participants explored themes including craftsmanship, regenerative aesthetics, luxury philosophy, cultural identity, and the evolving relationship between medicine and art.
Throughout the discussion, speakers reflected on how enduring works—whether architecture, sculpture, craftsmanship, or biomaterials—share a common characteristic: they are built through patience, precision, and respect for time.
Medical experts discussed the growing shift toward regenerative and anatomy-led aesthetic approaches, emphasizing collagen regeneration, controlled degradation, and long-term structural support as important directions for the future of aesthetic medicine.
Museum and cultural representatives examined how classical Roman architecture and sculpture continue to influence contemporary understandings of beauty, proportion, and permanence. Fashion and art leaders explored the relationship between timeless aesthetics and modern visual culture.
Rome Was Not Built in a Day
The phrase “Rome was not built in a day” served as an important reference point throughout the evening.
For aphranel, the expression reflects more than a decade of regenerative biomaterial research and development.
From pioneering original CaHA microsphere technology to obtaining China’s first Class III medical device approval for an injectable Calcium Hydroxylapatite facial filler, and more recently achieving EU MDR certification, the company’s development has been guided by a long-term commitment to science, safety, and innovation.
“A willingness to wait is itself a hallmark of premium craftsmanship,” said Lin Guangming, founder of aphranel.
“The Roman dome represents the integration of engineering, artistry, and belief. Building a regenerative material capable of enduring long-term clinical scrutiny requires the same commitment to precision, patience, and responsibility.”
When Architecture Meets Aesthetics
As part of the event, aphranel® presented an immersive runway experience inspired by architectural form and structural aesthetics.
Models wearing couture looks curated by internationally renowned fashion designer Grace Chen and fashion industry leader Chai Fangjun moved through the colonnade beneath the Roman dome in silhouettes defined by balance, contour, and movement.
The presentation explored the visual relationship between facial structure, sculpture, fashion, and timeless artistic expression, transforming the exhibition space into a dialogue between architecture, aesthetics, and human form.
The Poetics of Time
At the heart of the event was aphranel’s belief that beauty should not be understood as a momentary transformation, but as a process of continuous growth and regeneration.
Through The Poetics of Time, aphranel® encourages a perspective that values natural outcomes, long-term structural harmony, and respect for individual identity.
The forum forms part of the company’s ongoing initiative to promote cross-disciplinary dialogue around regenerative aesthetics and contemporary perspectives on beauty.
As aphranel® continues expanding its global presence, the brand remains committed to exploring how science, culture, craftsmanship, and artistry can together shape a new language of regenerative aesthetics.