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Adelaide hosts international natural history collections conference
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The South Australian Museum and Botanic Gardens will jointly host the ICOM NATHIST conference in Adelaide on 9–11 November.
Adelaide will host the ICOM NATHIST Annual Conference from 9 to 11 November 2026, according to the South Australian Museum and the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium of South Australia, which are jointly hosting the meeting.
The theme, Collections for a Changing World, examines the role of natural history collections in addressing challenges including climate change, biodiversity loss and societal transformation. The announced program brings together researchers, practitioners, international leaders and policymakers.
The hosts say collections care, research and collaborative projects will feature alongside discussion of science, culture and different knowledge systems. Those interested should consult the host organisations for the current conference program, registration and venue arrangements.
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