As reported by Prof. Dr. Mosbrugger, general director… sadly, Prof. Dr. Michael Tuerkay passed away on September 9, 2015 at age 67.
With Michael Tuerkay, Senckenberg, the community of marine zoologists and especially crustaceology lost a highly respected and valued scientist and academic teacher. He served “his” Senckenberg for more than 50
years in many different positions from curator to deputy general director.
Michael Tuerkay the friend, colleague and scientist will be missed and always remembered with great respect and thankfulness.
Dr. Dieter Fiege
Department of Marine Zoology
Senckenberg
Research Institute and Natural History Museum Frankfurt
Germany
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