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Art Open Call Exhibition

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Date & Time

Wed, 1 Apr 2026

19:00

Venue

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

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About this event

The museum's next major exhibition featuring works from the Art Open Call. This display integrates natural history with artistic interpretations, showcasing how science inspires creativity.

Why you should come

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• See the 34 materials the UK government deems critical for our digital and green energy future

• Discover how Oxford EARTH researchers are testing geothermal fluids as sustainable mineral sources

• Examine rare ores like Bastnäsite and Lepidolite that power wind turbines and batteries

Event Highlights

  • Exploration of the UK government's 34 designated critical raw materials
  • Collaboration with Oxford EARTH Programme researchers on sustainable sourcing
  • Focus on materials essential for the global transition to green energy
  • Insights into ethical mining practices and the circular economy of recycling
  • Visual infographics detailing the rising global demand for copper, cobalt, and neodymium

Organized by: Oxford University Museum of Natural History

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