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biological development — Introduction the progressive changes in size, shape, and function during the life of an organism by which its genetic potentials (genotype) are translated into functioning mature systems (phenotype). Most modern philosophical outlooks would … Universalium
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Lewis Wolpert — CBE FRS FRSL (born October 19, 1929) is a developmental biologist, author, and broadcaster. CareerHaving trained as a civil engineer in South Africa, he moved to King s College London to research cell biology, particularly the development of the… … Wikipedia
Gene regulatory network — A gene regulatory network (also called a GRN or genetic regulatory network ) is a collection of DNA segments in a cell which interact with each other (indirectly through their RNA and protein expression products) and with other substances in the… … Wikipedia
Limb development — The tetrapod limb develops from a specific area of the body axis called the limb field. The position of the limb field is associated with and presumably specified by the spatial pattern of Hox gene expression along the body axis. Retinoic acid… … Wikipedia
Notational analysis — is an emerging technology used in professional sports for competitive advantage. Play is analyzed by annotating matches and players for tactics and techniques using a technique called Notationas. Notational analysis studies gross movements or… … Wikipedia
Ataxia — For other uses, see Ataxia (disambiguation). Ataxia (from Greek α [used as a negative prefix] + τάξις [order], meaning lack of order ) is a neurological sign and symptom that consists of gross lack of coordination of muscle movements. Ataxia is a … Wikipedia
