Drosophila

n. a genus of small fruit flies consisting of about a thousand species commonly known as vinegar flies. The species Drosophila melanogaster is used extensively in genetic investigations, including studies of the genetic components of behavior; for example, U.S. behavioral geneticist Jerry Hirsch (1922–2008) studied the relationship between variations in certain chromosomes in D. melanogaster and differences in geotaxis.

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January 28th 2025

pretrial publicity

media coverage of a case that occurs prior to the trial and can lead prospective jurors to form opinions about the case before hearing evidence in court. See change of venue.