Discover the Microverse at the ZEISS-Großplanetarium Berlin

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To celebrate the 400th anniversary of the microscope, the ZEISS-Großplanetarium Berlin is hosting a special five-day program from April 9 to 13, 2025, culminating in the World Microscopy Day on April 13. As part of this event, we are excited to present our immersive planetarium film "Into the Microverse", accompanied by engaging lectures and live experiments with our scientists from the Cluster of Excellence "Balance of the Microverse".

The film will be shown in German on the following dates:

  • Friday, April 11: 15:00–15:45

  • Saturday, April 12: 14:30–15:15

  • Sunday, April 13: 14:15–15:00

A Celebration of Microscopy: 400 Years of Discovery

The five-day program, themed "Invisible Worlds: From the Microcosm to the Universe," offers a rich and diverse experience for all ages, showcasing the impact of microscopy on science and society.

Explore the Unseen World

  • Mega-Microscopy Sessions: Bring your own samples and watch them come to life under the microscope, projected onto the planetarium dome.

  • Microscopy Workshops: Prepare your own samples under expert guidance—limited spots available!

  • Experimental Workshops: Learn more about optics, microscopy, and the nature of light through hands-on activities.

  • 360° Fulldome Shows: Immerse yourself in the microscopic world with visually captivating presentations.

  • Expert Talks & Science Slam: Gain insights into cutting-edge research and enjoy a blend of science and entertainment.

  • Virtual Microscopy Museum & LED Wall Installations: Explore the world of plankton and the origins of life in a new, interactive way.

  • Science & Art Fusion: Experience the audiovisual live performance <MAKRO | MIKRO>, where science meets artistic expression.

  • Literature & Cinema: Enjoy readings by Clarissa Corrêa da Silva on epigenetics and a curated film program featuring documentaries, short films, and fiction.

Join us for five days of discovery and explore the wonders of the microverse like never before, leading up to World Microscopy Day on April 13!

For more details, visit the Stiftung Planetarium Berlin website.