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Due to modern technology in the form of computer graphics and 3D-printers, there are more possibilities now than ever before to exploit the relation between mathematical representations and aesthetic experience in two and three dimensions. Thus the fascination of mathematical structures can be visualized for everyone in surprising ways. Conversely, during the search for mathematical principles these aesthetic patterns can be generated. Twente University can count itself lucky with an alumnus like Rinus Roelofs, who obtained a MSc degree in applied mathematics and studied sculpture at the Enschede Art Academy. Like none other he has grown to become a prominent intermediary between the arts and mathematics. His exhibitions and lectures all over the world manifestly show the universality of the mathematical aesthetics developed by him. As part of the 50th anniversary of the university he was asked to make a number of 3D printed sculptures for the campus. Qua Art Qua Science marks the arrival of these sculptures with this special booklet, in which the artist himself delves into the topic of special weaving patterns and their aesthetic possibilities. I wish the reader happy reading and viewing, Ed Brinksma Rector Magnificus University of Twente