This journal publishes research on evolutionary developmental biology, focusing on how developmental processes evolve and how evolutionary changes impact development. Articles explore the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying morphological evolution, body plan development, and the diversification of traits across different species. The research often involves comparative analyses of gene expression, developmental pathways, and evolutionary trajectories in various animal groups, including insects, vertebrates, and cnidarians.
British Library; Koninklijke Bibliotheek, CLOCKSS, LOCKSS, Portico, PMC
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DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Developmental BiologyQ1
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and SystematicsQ1
GeneticsQ1
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
Developmental BiologyGeneticsEcology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Developmental Biology and Gene RegulationPlanarian Biology and ElectrostimulationMarine Invertebrate Physiology and EcologyMarine Ecology and Invasive SpeciesNeurobiology and Insect Physiology ResearchPlant Molecular Biology ResearchEchinoderm biology and ecologyPlant Reproductive BiologyMarine Biology and Environmental ChemistryProtist diversity and phylogeny