Katja von Hagens

Katja von Hagens is a German anatomist and the wife of Gunther von Hagens, the creator of plastination—a technique to preserve body tissues. She is involved in anatomy education and bioethics, often participating in exhibitions and projects that explore human anatomy and mortality. Her work emphasizes scientific understanding and public awareness of human biology, combining art and medical science. Katja von Hagens also advocates for ethical discussions around the use of preserved human bodies in education and art, contributing to both scientific and ethical conversations in the field.