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Drosophila Embryogenesis Specimen: Drosophila Embryo Authors: Jim Langeland, Jim Williams, Eric Hazen, and Stephen Paddock

Although the general population may not appreciate the fruit fly, this insect is a favorite for scientific research, and has made enormous contributions in the field of genetics. Initially, Drosophila were utilized almost exclusively as specimens in genetic research, but more recently, the fruit fly has been used in the study of developmental biology, with particular emphasis on the embryonic phase. There is also a growing body of research that focuses on the adult fruit fly, with the compound eye being of particular interest.