Subject: Re: hono
We have been unable to confirm the existence of a P element at the
site upstream of the tyramine receptor reported to cause the mutant
hono (Kutsukake et al., 2000, Gene 245(1): 31--42), in spite of
receiving three independent batches of hono flies. We can PCR
amplify across the supposed insertion site using genomic DNA
isolated from individual flies from the hono stocks, indicating no P
element at that site. We have communicated our concerns to the
publishing authors.
Thanks
Jay
Jay Hirsh and James Burnette,
University of Virginia.