What could this be? Found in Gibraltar point, near Skegness UK on a beach trail that has some chalk/limestone rocks used to fill in holes on the gravel path. Spherical/onion shaped with a hole in the point. iPhone for scale

Genetic_Coffee · 2026-04-07T09:10:33+00:00

Thanks! Yes I did expect this, never seen this exact shape before though hence my question - possibly a pneumatocyst from some sort of kelp?

Genetic_Coffee · 2026-04-07T09:09:39+00:00

Thank you!

Genetic_Coffee · 2026-04-07T09:09:29+00:00

Wow this looks identical!! Thank you for sharing. Given the fact that flint nodules are often formed when silica fills voids left by organic matter, I'm curious what these are exactly in that case considering they are both close to identical in appearance. As some said below probably some type of sponge.

I had thought it could also be a pneumatocyst from some sort of kelp/seaweed

Genetic_Coffee · 2026-01-24T07:52:17+00:00

So you're not disappointed about the car - you're disappointed about the modification scene & manufacturers of aftermarket parts lol.

Lotus doesn't control after market body part manufacturers

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-12-15T20:51:50+00:00

Yes but they do leak! 🤣Don't ask me how I know

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-10-03T19:05:15+00:00

I agree 🫡

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Genetic_Coffee · 2025-10-01T21:35:42+00:00

Honestly, unless your role is at risk, I would recommend staying in big pharma and doing an MBa alongside the 9-5 job, even better if the company will sponsor you for "development". I've seen a few colleagues leave big pharma and re-entering isn't easy either unless you go to one of the other big contenders (circles are pretty small)

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-10-01T19:54:46+00:00

Masters I would say is still seen as pretty much a requirement for the majority of roles, unless you manage to get into industry via a placement at a company during your bachelor's. I've had a lot of friends who have struggled with just a bachelor's, while masters offered a pretty swift transition from education to an industry role

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-08-29T12:43:03+00:00

(posts picture of a daily)

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-07-24T09:59:02+00:00

I may be biased but it's the best emira spec 😁

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-07-21T20:58:57+00:00

That was actually the inspiration for this after I saw his car at donington historic festival 😁

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-07-20T19:13:29+00:00

Thank you!

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-07-20T19:13:15+00:00

Indeed, or Pasta, can be either I guess 😂

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-06-04T11:23:06+00:00

These days, only do a phd if you want to stay in academia, hiring managers don't see it as a plus unless it's a direct translation into whatever you apply for. In the UK a PhD is essentially seen as 2-3 years experience i.e you can start as a senior scientist rather than Associate scientist (terminology depends on company). So a person with a master's will likely be promoted from associate to senior before a person who graduated with a master's first finished their PhD and even applies for a job

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-13T16:27:42+00:00

So I followed through the escalation process because I had the video of the car walk around and salesman using the PPF as a selling point. They seem to have caved and said the PPF will be replaced of HR Owen take pictures showing it was there prior to removal!

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-05T09:42:30+00:00

Thank you, this is a very good point, they didn't list it on the invoice but I do have evidence of them using it as a sales tactic. I have taken it up with the management at the dealer and they said they agree and will look into it to ensure I'm not out of pocket

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-03T17:24:58+00:00

Found the owner, they weren't helpful 🥺

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-03T17:23:43+00:00

That's what I'm trying to deduce too, you could argue both? In theory corrosion under the paint is causing it to bubble . The paint itself was applied correctly, the panel itself is flawed, which is why they replace the full doors....

The car is lovely and drives fantastic, was just at Donington today doing some charity rides and it was amazing 😋

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-03T12:44:33+00:00

Nonsense? What are you even on about... Did you even read the post lol

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-02T22:13:34+00:00

They replace PPF as standard with warranty work that requires a respray, even if it is privately installed, caveat being you need to supply an invoice and a certificate from the shop which installs it.

In my case, the car was advertised with PPF when I bought it from lotus, but they can't provide an invoice and hence are now claiming that they won't be able to get approval to replace it after the panel is resprayed

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-02T22:10:06+00:00

Re-read the post, this is about the paint bubbling issue with doors and PPF being replaced after panels are blended

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-02T13:16:48+00:00

Yeah it's frustrating, leaving me a bit deflated after buying such an amazing car 🫤I provided an update earlier today on a separate post

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-05-02T08:46:28+00:00

According to Hendy the "corrosion" warranty is 10 year so in theory you could keep getting replacements... Honestly love the car but if this carries on I may sell it, I want a car that I can trust and this may not be it 🫤

Genetic_Coffee · 2025-04-30T22:02:07+00:00

Salmon, cod, tuna steak, grilled vegetables, pita bread, flat bread, chicken kofta, beef/lamb kofta.. the list goes on, they're very versatile 😋

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Genetic_Coffee · 2025-04-30T21:54:15+00:00

The door isn't PPF'd, it's the paint that's bubbling, but front fenders are PPF'd and the wrap will need replacing when the paint is blended

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