# For 50 years, his test has been saving museum artifacts

## TL;DR

Andrew Oddy reflects on his career and the impact of the Oddy test in preserving museum artifacts for over 50 years.

## Contribution

The Oddy test has become a standard method for ensuring materials used in museums do not harm artifacts.

## Key findings

- The Oddy test has been widely adopted in conservation practices.
- It helps identify harmful materials before they are used in artifact storage or display.

## Abstract

Andrew
Oddy looks back on his career as Keeper of Conservation at the British
Museum and the exposure test that bears his name.