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Body Worlds

Coverage of Body Worlds in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 27 · 13:42 UTCMost recent: Aug 1 · 04:00 UTC
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  • SCIENCEAug 1 · 04:00 UTCFINANCIAL TIMES WORLD
    Gunther von Hagens, anatomist, 1945-2026

    Gunther von Hagens, an anatomist known as 'Dr Death', created Body Worlds exhibitions that attracted millions of visitors globally. He lived from 1945 to 2026.

  • SCIENCEJul 27 · 13:42 UTCWTOP DC
    Gunther von Hagens, the German anatomist behind the ‘Body Worlds’ exhibition, dies at 81

    Gunther von Hagens, the German anatomist behind the 'Body Worlds' exhibition of preserved human corpses, died at 81. His plastination process, which replaced body fluids with liquid plastic, enabled the display of decay-resistant anatomical specimens. The exhibits, which sparked both fascination and controversy, featured donated bodies and included provocative displays like a pregnant woman and a corpse riding a plastinated horse.