16 Dec Give the Gift of Wonder: Tardigrade Necklace
Every year, Brian Williams Science helps you find the perfect gift for the science enthusiast in your life. Today, we present the Tardigrade Necklace!
Every year, Brian Williams Science publishes a set of articles aimed at helping you find the ideal gift for the science lover in your life. We call it Giving the Gift of Wonder. This year, we’ve put together a very special list of science-inspired gifts ideas! Chances are that you’ll be able to check a few names off your list with some of the ideas you find here. And as usual, we hope that you will take time this holiday season to Do Some Science!
Today’s Gift Idea: Tardigrade Necklace
The cuteness of the tardigrade belies its legendary ability to withstand adversities of every kind! These tiny creatures, also known as water bears, have the amazing ability to enter a cryptobiotic state, in which they are able to resist extreme temperature, pressure, and radiation. They can even survive the vacuum of outer space! Sculptor, Chris Taylor, has capture the magic of the tardigrade in this intricate and accurate wearable sculpture. He has brilliantly posed this handmade tardigrade pendant gripping the adjustable black leather necklace cord with its 8 tiny feet. Of course, if tardigrades aren’t your thing, there are lots of other science-inspired jewelry creations to select from on his website. Perhaps your special someone would prefer a mitochondria keychain or some bacteriophage earrings. It’s all right there. But really – who doesn’t love a water bear?
