3. Fruit Flies: Ancient Links to Insects
Humans and fruit flies share approximately 60% of their genes, highlighting deep evolutionary connections. (hms.harvard.edu) Many core regulatory genes, such as those controlling cell division and development, are conserved between the two. (hms.harvard.edu) Fruit flies have been instrumental in unraveling genetic mysteries, contributing to our understanding of genetics and development. (hms.harvard.edu) For more information, see Harvard Medical School’s overview: (hms.harvard.edu)