# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dr Aaron Celestian Talk for the Tucson Gem & Fine Mineral Show 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ‘Beyond the Display Case: How Modern Mineralogy is Fighting Disease’About this EventDr. Aaron Celestian, mineralogist at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, presents research demonstrating how crystallographic analysis is advancing biomedical science. His talk explores three major areas of study: kidney stone mineralogy, pharmaceutical collaborations with AstraZeneca on hyperkalemia treatments and the development of mineral-based cancer drug carriers.The presentation highlights how understanding crystal formation and mineral properties can inform clinical interventions and guide drug development. It also illustrates how the same mineralogical principles used to study geological specimens can be applied to pressing health challenges. The talk concludes with a look toward future applications, including newly discovered minerals with potential therapeutic value.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tucson/dr-aaron-celestian-talk-for-the-tucson-gem-and-fine-mineral-show-2026/100001973099754480
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Tucson
- **state**: AZ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 465 W St Marys Rd
- **lat**: 32.2273109
- **long**: -110.9787555
- **full address**: 465 W St Marys Rd, 465 W St Marys Rd, Tucson, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Dr Aaron Celestian Talk for the Tucson Gem & Fine Mineral Show 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Dr Aaron Celestian Talk for the Tucson Gem & Fine Mineral Show 2026 takes place on Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 465 W St Marys Rd, 465 W St Marys Rd, Tucson, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Dr Aaron Celestian Talk for the Tucson Gem & Fine Mineral Show 2026?
  - **A:** Dr Aaron Celestian Talk for the Tucson Gem & Fine Mineral Show 2026 is organized by The Tucson Fine Mineral Gallery.

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