Fruit flies may be an annoyance in the kitchen, but biologists see them for the glorious goldmine of scientific knowledge that they are! Drosophila melanogaster is a fly species widely used in genetics, physiology, microbial pathogenesis, and life history evolution. Humans and fruit flies are estimated to share about 60% of their genes, and about 75% of known human disease genes have a recognizable match in the genome of fruit flies. Research on Drosophila has been used to investigate diabetes, Parkinson's, Huntington's, Alzheimer's, cancer, and so much more. We owe a great deal of genetic progress to this tiny creature. This necklace highlights the most recognizable aspects of Drosophila. From the beautiful wing pattern to the distinctive stripes, this pendant is delightfully accurate. The Drosophila pendant is made from plated steel (lead-free and nickel-free). It measures 3cm wide and about 2.5cm tall. The pendant comes on an 18 inch surgical steel or gold plated chain.
A**R
Nice pendant, but it should come off the chain
The pendant is exactly what I expected based on the photographs. I'm taking one star off for the pendant being attached to the chain so that you have to pry a piece of it open to get the pendant off to put it on another chain. No chain is ever the right length for everything, so I expect to be able to switch pendants between chains. Jewelry pliers shouldn't have to be a part of that process.
B**D
loved it
This was a gift for a scientist and they loved it.
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