Human Biology Collection

The human biology collection dates back to the former Anthropological Institute, which was discontinued in 2006. The objects are used to teach the evolution of man. There are replicas of hominid skulls, primate skulls, human skulls with pathological changes, etc. There are also early tools (handaxes, etc.) and art from prehistoric times. Today, the collection is used to educate students of biology education and in the bachelor's program. To this end, the collection has been expanded to include an extensive collection of models of human anatomy. The human biology collection has its own room equipped with showcases. There is also a preparatory room.

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PD Dr. Ellen Kauschke

Literature: Ellen Kauschke/Manfred Kunter, Humanbiologische Sammlung. In: Alissa Theiss/Michael Lierz (eds.), SACHVERSTAND. Die Sammlungen der Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen (Giessen 2021), pp. 147–153.