THE FÖRDERKREIS
Initiated by S.K.H. Herzog Franz von Bayern at the suggestion of the Bavarian State Ministry for Science and Art the Förderkreis BIOTOPIA was established. In 2012, the non-profit organisation chaired by renowned ornithologist Dr. Auguste von Bayern took up its work: To demonstrate the support of society and create awareness in the relevant political, societal, academic and economic fields.
Numerous supporters from all fields are committed to the realisation of BIOTOPIA since then and advocate for BIOTOPIA as an interdisciplinary space to inform, experiment, explore and participate together with its visitors.
"A large museum for the life sciences will in the medium term support the reduction of the serious shortage of talented professionals in science-oriented disciplines in Bavarian enterprises. The worldwide demand for solutions to problems that originate in the interaction of humans with nature is increasing continuously - key words: climate change, food, health, lack of resources, GM technology. Particularly the Bavarian industry already uses the business opportunities that reside in a sustainable solutions. The considerable possibilities for growth, however, are limited, because we are increasingly lacking professionals with training in the natural sciences. Young people frequently have reservations towards such discplines. A natural history museum which, like the small existing Museum Man and Nature, familiarizes children and teenagers with the subject matter in a vivid and congenial way, is eminently suitable to awaken interest for these promising professional fields. In this manner, BIOTOPIA will contribute to the growth and wealth in Bavaria."
„I am committed to BIOTOPIA to bring the many fascinating exhibits to light, so they can be displayed in appealing surroundings for curious citizens, families and young people soon. In this way, the entire natural history becomes visible, audible and palpable - and does not only come to live virtually!"
“Being a biologist and a dedicated behavioural scientist, nature, environment and species protection are near and dear to me. In my eyes, BIOTOPIA – a modern life sciences companion to the Deutsches Museum – presents an immense opportunity to familiarize the Bavarian (and European) population with nature and natural sciences and spark enthusiasm for these highly fascinating subjects. I personally consider children and adolescents to be particularly important. I hope BIOTOPIA ignites their natural curiosity and helps them view research as something enriching and exciting.”
THE BOARD

Dr. Auguste von Bayern,
Prinzessin zur Lippe

Prof. Randolf Rodenstock

Ludwig Prinz von Bayern

Christian Dennler

Monika Freifrau von Pölnitz von und zu Egloffstein

Ferdinand Prinz zur Lippe
FOUNDING PATRONS
- Dr. Christoph-Friedrich von Braun
- BAYWA FOUNDATION
- ROLF BECKER †
- JOHANNES BURGES
- MARTIN SCHOELLER
- PROF. CLAUS HIPP - FA. HIPP
- DR. DIRK IPPEN
- André und Rosalie Hoffmann
- JULIA OETKER
- ELISABETH ZU SAYN-WITTGENSTEIN
- Carl Ludwig Schweisfurth - FA. SCHWEISFURTH
- DR. CHRISTOPH SCHWINGENSTEIN

Dr. Christoph-Friedrich von Braun

BAYWA FOUNDATION

ROLF BECKER †

JOHANNES BURGES

MARTIN SCHOELLER

PROF. CLAUS HIPP - FA. HIPP

DR. DIRK IPPEN

André und Rosalie Hoffmann

JULIA OETKER

ELISABETH ZU SAYN-WITTGENSTEIN

Carl Ludwig Schweisfurth - FA. SCHWEISFURTH

DR. CHRISTOPH SCHWINGENSTEIN
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Address
Naturkundemuseum Bayern e.V.
Menzinger Str. 67
80638 Munich
Germany
OFFICE
Anastasia Czerny
Managing Director
PHONE: +49 (0) 89 178 61-424
EMAIL:
Donation Account
IBAN: DE39 7002 0500 0009 8553 00
BIC: BFSWDE33MUE
Bank: Bank für Sozialwirtschaft
