Developmental Biology Toolkit covers the tools, techniques, and organisms scientists use to answer developmental biology questions.  Explore objects in Organisms or Tools & Techniques.

Early Development encompasses development from the fertilized egg through gastrulation in animals and seed formation in plants. Explore objects in Early Embryogenesis, Embryonic Patterning, or Morphogenic Movements. (Image credit)

Developmental Processes refers to the general mechanisms through which development occurs.  Explore objects in Morphogenesis, Signaling, Gene Regulation, or Apoptosis & Senescence. (Image credit)

Organogenesis encompasses development of the germ layers into distinct organ systems in animals and development of roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and in plants. Explore objects in Endoderm-derived, Mesoderm-derived, Ectoderm-derived, Extraembryonic, or Plant Organs. (Image credit)

Germline & Stem Cells covers development of the egg and sperm, and topics regarding stem cells and regenerative biology.  Explore objects in The Germline, Stem Cells, or Regeneration. (Image credit)

Development & Disease covers the origins and consequences of abnormal development.  Explore objects in Genetic Errors, Teratogens, or Cancer. (Image credit)

Evolutionary & Ecological Development covers developmental mechanisms of evolution and interactions between a developing organism and its environment.  Explore objects in Evolutionary Development Biology or Ecological Developmental Biology. (Image credit)

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