How much digital tools impact University museums?

Digital tools have been part of the curatorial activity of museums for over 50 years. Initially, the focus was on creating databases to improve the accessibility of collections, especially for study and research purposes. Of course, the Internet and the development of new communication tools and practices have had a considerable impact on our own practices as museum professionals. The use of digital tools has become widespread and is now part of our various activities, be it animation, virtual exhibitions, participatory science, object-based education to name but a few. In this presentation, I would like to look at the impact of digital tools on university museums, but also at how they can contribute to improving our visibility and enhancing our dialogue with the scientific community, students, and the general public.