Events
Events
Lectures, exhibitions, gallery tours, interviews, and public events connected with The Pringsheim Project.
Wie Algen die Sexualität erklären — Buchvorstellung von Andreas Deutsch
Prof. Dr. Andreas Deutsch presents his book Urformen der Sexualität, which traces the life and work of botanist Nathanael Pringsheim (1823–1894). His microscopic observations of fertilization in algae helped establish sexual reproduction as a fundamental principle of life.
The book also explores Pringsheim’s family history, connections to Thomas Mann, and the beginnings of modern experimental biology. The reading marks the recent publication of the English edition, Archetypes of Sex: Unmasking Algae’s Innocence, the Nathanael Pringsheim Revolution.
The first review of the English edition, by marine biologist Ferdinando “Nando” Boero, is forthcoming in Marine Ecology. It discusses Pringsheim’s contributions to reproductive biology and the continuing importance of observing living organisms.
Admission is free. Registration is requested, but walk-in guests are welcome. German and English editions will be available for purchase at the event.
Schöne Algen — Meisterwerke aus Wasser, Licht und Form
Science meets art. On 9 October 2026, the exhibition Schöne Algen — Meisterwerke aus Wasser, Licht und Form opens at PureRaw in Klötze.
Seven large-format works reveal the fascinating world of microalgae, based on historical scientific illustrations by Nathanael Pringsheim and Ernst Haeckel.
Visitors are warmly invited to the opening reception.
Finissage Lecture & Gallery Tour
To mark the closing weekend of the exhibition “Nature. Science. Ceramics.”, I will lead a gallery tour and speak about the origins of the project, explaining how historical botanical illustration, scientific research, and contemporary ceramics came together in this exhibition.
The exhibiting ceramic artist Dr. Alexandre Micoulet will also be present.
The exhibition closes on 30 August 2026.
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