Abstract: The exhibit Emergence: A New View of Life’s Origin is a collaborative project involving scientists, students, and museum professionals, and a case study for using a new way of understanding our world, Complexity Science, as the framework for exploring the origin of life and biological processes and also for using new technologies to incorporate ongoing research into exhibits. Two aspects of ongoing research, topicality and uncertainty, make exhibits more exciting, especially when controversy is involved. This new approach will educate public audiences about the importance of basic research and museum collections, and interest students in science and science careers. To adopt this new approach, museums need to develop partnerships with outside researchers; identify practical and affordable technological solutions; and adapt to new roles and an ongoing commitment.
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