In 1977, Gunther von Hagens created plastination, transforming the way anatomy is preserved and studied. His BODY WORLDS ...

Gunther von Hagens, who has died at 81, developed a novel method for preserving bodies. His traveling exhibition sparked ...

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Gunther von Hagens, the German anatomist who generated both fascination and revulsion around the globe with his "Body Worlds" exhibits of preserved human corpses, has died.

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It is with deep sadness that the family and the Institute for Plastination announce the passing of Dr. Gunther von Hagens, inventor of Plastination and creator of the BODY WORLDS exhibitions. He died ...