Morphogenesis

Morphogenesis (from the Greek morphê shape and genesis creation, literally, "beginning of the shape") is the biological process that causes an organism to develop its shape. It is one of three fundamental aspects of developmental biology along with the control of cell growth and cellular differentiation.

The process controls the organized spatial distribution of cells during the embryonic development of an organism. Morphogenesis can take place also in a mature organism, in cell culture or inside tumor cell masses. Morphogenesis also describes the development of unicellular life forms that do not have an embryonic stage in their life cycle, or describes the evolution of a body structure within a taxonomic group.

Morphogenetic responses may be induced in organisms by hormones, by environmental chemicals ranging from substances produced by other organisms to toxic chemicals or radionuclides released as pollutants, and other plants, or by mechanical stresses induced by spatial patterning of the cells.

Holographic Universe (album)

Holographic Universe is the third full-length studio album by Swedish metal band Scar Symmetry. It is the last album to feature vocalist Christian Älvestam, who parted ways with the band shortly after the album's completion. It was released on 20 June 2008 in Europe, and on July 7, 2008 in North America. The album peaked on the charts at 37 in Finland, and 65 in Austria. A music video for the song "Morphogenesis" premiered on 18 September. The album is rumoured to be loosely based on Michael Talbot's book The Holographic Universe.

Upon its release, the science-themed Holographic Universe was considered Scar Symmetry's most commercially focused album, with critics drawing comparisons with progressive bands including Dream Theater.Allmusic comments that the band "appears more serious than ever about contrasting super melodic choruses, guitar harmonies, and even intermittent synths, against aesthetic evil twins like furious death metal growls, aggressive riffing, and torrential drumming".Blabbermouth.net claims the album does not dramatically expand on previous releases, but is a "well-planned and structured album that comes across as accessible and heavy at the same time".

Morphogenesis (Company)

Morphogenesis is an architectural firm in India. It was founded by Manit Rastogi and Sonali Rastogi in 1996. As of now, the company operates offices in Delhi and Bangalore and provides Architectural services.

History

The firm was established by Manit and Sonali Rastogi. The first project of the company was working with Apollo Tyres. The company started out as a two-person studio in a tiny room above a garage. As of now, the company profile tells it has over 100 employees.

Causes

Manit Rastogi has studied the interconnect of 18 major nullahs and 20,000 tertiary ones across the national capital. In support of the action, Morphogenesis, submitted a proposal to the Delhi Government in 2009. He has also suggested for the improvement in the Delhi development model to ensure risk free walking or cycling for children.

Sonali Rastogi has been appointed as a member of the Delhi Urban Art Commission (DUAC). The committee works towards preserving, developing and maintaining the aesthetic quality of urban and environmental design in Delhi.