The projects inspired by Maria Sibylla Merian followed her own objective and aimed to research the connections between arts and sciences. At the same time, women scientists were supported:

• The Maria Sibylla Merian Prize of € 7.500 was awarded by the Essen College of Gender Studies on a two-year basis. >> more
• The Arts Festivals honoured innovative artists of the past and present. >> more
• The Maria Sibylla Merian Postdoc Program supported young women scientists at the University Duisburg-Essen after their PhD and helped prepare them for careers in various fields of science. >> more