Unlocking the Secrets of the Cosmos Through a Unique Heritage.
Ciel Ouvert ASBL is a non-profit in Liège, Belgium, stewarding a significant meteorite collection and building a future laboratory to analyze celestial secrets and address earthly challenges.
Our Meteorite Collection: A Window into Cosmic History
Ciel Ouvert ASBL preserves one of Europe’s most extensive private meteorite collections, featuring specimens from across the solar system. Each meteorite carries clues about planetary formation, cosmic events, and the origins of life. Our collection supports scientific research and inspires public curiosity about space and Earth’s place in the universe.
A Unique Cosmic Archive
Thousands of meteorites from diverse origins
Our collection includes rare and well-documented meteorites, representing a broad spectrum of cosmic materials. These specimens provide invaluable data for understanding the solar system’s evolution.
Extensive provenance records
Diverse meteorite types
Fueling Research and Education
Supporting scientific study and public engagement
The collection is a foundation for ongoing research and will be accessible through our future museum and laboratory, fostering education and innovation in planetary science.
Open access for researchers
Educational outreach programs
The Future Mass Spectrometry Lab
We are building a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced mass spectrometry tools to analyze meteorites and unlock cosmic mysteries.
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Bridging Space and Earth Sciences
Our lab will deepen understanding of the universe’s origins while driving innovations in environmental and human health research.
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Expanding Our Celestial Reach
We organize scientific expeditions worldwide to acquire new meteorite specimens, enriching our collection and advancing research that bridges space and Earth sciences.
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Fueling Research and Learning
Each new celestial sample deepens our understanding of the cosmos and supports educational programs that share these discoveries with the public.
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Join Us in Advancing Cosmic Research
Your support fuels our mission to preserve meteorites, expand scientific knowledge, and build a cutting-edge lab that bridges space exploration with Earth’s challenges. Every contribution helps unlock new discoveries and share them with the world.