It's too bad that the best kind of element — the element of surprise — isn't charted on the periodic table. Get the science geek in your life when he or she least expects it with clever (and practical!) presents saluting the natural and physical sciences.
From a Marie Curie pint glass to a cocktail chemistry mixology set, we've got everything you'll need to make the mad scientists on your holiday shopping list smile (or better yet, "muahaha").
Glass Beaker Vase
How cute is this beaker wall vase [4] ($10)?
Tiny Microscope Necklace
This darling tiny microscope necklace [5] ($16) even comes gift packaged!
Copper Cuff Bracelet
This copper cuff bracelet [6] ($45) has the periodic table printed right on it!
Periodic Table Cutting Board
This simple but adorable periodic table cutting board [7] ($30) is definitely a one-of-a kind gift.
Electron Flask
Any chemistry geek would thoroughly enjoy this lost electron flask [8] ($34) during a night out.
Laboratory Beaker Mug
Coffee brewing is a science, so it's only fitting to put your morning cup of joe in this glass beaker [9] ($5).
Freddie Mercury
Show the world that science rocks with this punny design [10] by Pablo Bustos. Get it as a tee ($12).
Funny Science Love T-Shirt
If you're a fan of The Martian, this adorable but crass shirt [11] ($21) inspired by the movie is definitely for you.
Science!
Inspire studiousness and tote all your textbooks in this canvas bag [12] ($21).
Rube
Rube Goldberg made simple tasks complicated by intervening with all sorts of contraptions, like this design [13] by Joe Van Wetering, which can be printed on an iPhone case ($19).
Hungry Scientist Handbook
Techies, tinkerers, and foodies need look no further than this handbook [14] ($12) full of edible DIY [15] projects.
Marie Curie Pint Glass
Energize your intellectual juices with this reminder of pioneering women in science. The Marie Curie pint Glass [16] ($15) has a beautiful drawing of her.
Cocktail Chemistry Set
Every geeky mixologist needs this cocktail chem set [17] ($45) complete with shaker, flask, test tubes, mixing rod, and bottle rack by their side.
Periodic Table Shower Curtain
Why is it that great inspiration always strikes in the shower? Study up and energize your intellectual senses with this periodic table shower curtain [18] ($78).
Introduction to Molecular Bonding
Party on, molecules! In introduction to molecular bonding [19], your favorite organic compound lives it up on a t-shirt ($12).
Plush Organs
Get organized with these soft, cuddly versions [20] ($18 each) of what you've got going on inside. It's a great get-well gift and also a fantastic study tool for the doctor- or nurse-in-training.
Metals Bamboo Coasters, Set of 7
Keep water rings away with the elements coaster set [21] ($31) made of eco-friendly bamboo.
Brain Cell Neuron Necklace
Make any friend deliriously happy with a neuron necklace [22] ($40) — perfect for any budding brain researcher.
DNA Strand Ring
This delicate but cute DNA ring [23] ($26) is an ideal gift for anyone obsessed with making genetic jokes.
Karyotype Pillow
Know anyone who is pregnant? Get her a unique karyotype pillow [24] ($35) that will add a nice touch to a nursery.
Dopamine Bracelet
Get someone's blood going with this pretty dopamine molecule bracelet [25] ($36). It's available in rose gold.
Wine Chemistry Stemless Glass
Spice up someone's house with a wine chemistry glass [26] ($19).