Hope Springs Eternal
Hope Springs Eternal is an ambitious transnational exhibition project designed to create novel ways to engage audiences with new stem cell research and biotechnologies.
About
Transnational exhibition project
The project is based at the Medical Museion and the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine (reNEW).
The project will culminate in a core exhibition in Copenhagen at the Medical Museion and Politikens Forhal, followed by satellite exhibits at the Science Gallery in Melbourne, Rijksmuseum Boerhaave in Leiden, and Boston Museum of Science during 2026.
The project is anchored in a research-based collaborative process bringing together curators with reNEW scientists, contemporary artists and stakeholders including patient representatives.
The Five Key Exhibition Venues
Science Gallery
Melbourne
Science Gallery Melbourne is a dynamic exhibition space at the University of Melbourne, dedicated to exploring the intersections of art, science, and innovation. Through free exhibitions, public programs, and collaborative projects, the gallery invite visitors to question, experiment, and imagine the future — creating a space where curiosity leads the way.
Rijksmuseum Boerhaave
Leiden
Rijksmuseum Boerhaave is the national museum of science and medicine. Through its world-renowned collection of scientific and medical instruments, the museum tells the stories of groundbreaking Dutch discoveries and inventions and their impact on our lives today.
The Museum of Science
Boston
The Museum of Science is one of the world’s largest science centers and New England’s most visited cultural institution. The museum plays a vital role in making science accessible and relevant to all. Situated at the intersection of Boston and Cambridge, the museum is uniquely placed among world-leading universities, industries, and government institutions.
Medical Museion
Copenhagen
Medical Museion is located in the heart of Copenhagen at the Royal Surgical Academy, dating from 1787. In this building, modern Danish medical science was established. The museum is part of the University of Copenhagen. Through science, art, and history, the museum builds bridges to the latest research.
Politikens Forhal
Copenhagen
Located in the historic headquarters of the Danish newspaper Politiken, Politikens Forhal is a unique exhibition space in central Copenhagen. With a focus on visual art and current issues, the space invites the public into thought-provoking exhibitions that reflect and challenge the world around us.
