Scott Carey is a fictional character from the short story "The Fly" by George Langelaan. He is a scientist who becomes the subject of a tragic experiment involving a teleportation device. After a mishap, he finds himself transformed into a hybrid of human and fly, leading to dramatic changes in his physical and mental state. As the story progresses, Scott struggles with his new identity and the consequences of his experiment. His transformation serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked scientific ambition and the ethical implications of manipulating nature.