- Dr. Gunther von Hagens, the German anatomist and inventor of the plastination technique, passed away at the age of 81. He breathed his last on July 24, 2026, in Heidelberg, Germany.
- He had suffered a brain hemorrhage on July 23. Von Hagens is remembered as a scientist who revolutionized the way human body structures are understood.
- Gunther von Hagens invented plastination in 1977.
- It is a preservation technique in which bodily fluids are replaced with liquid plastic.
- This allows bodies or organs to be preserved for long periods and utilized for educational study.
- The technique is considered highly significant in the fields of medical education and anatomy. Plastination enabled displays that were more durable and clearer than traditional preserved specimens.
- Consequently, it gained widespread recognition in medical colleges, research institutions, and exhibition settings.
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