Heidelberg, Germany – The world mourns the loss of a pioneer and visionary in the field of anatomy. Dr. Gunther von Hagens, inventor of Plastination and creator of the renowned BODY WORLDS exhibitions, passed away on July 24, 2026 at the age of 81. The news was announced by his family and the Institute for Plastination on Monday, July 27, 2026. Dr. von Hagens revolutionized the study of anatomy…











