Amy Shyer
Co-director of the Laboratory of Morphogenesis at Rockefeller University and a developmental biologist who emphasizes conceptual thinking, 'feeling for the organism,' and integrating poetic discernment with empirical observation in studying embryonic development.
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Feb 2, 2026 • 37min
82 | On being alone together – Amy Shyer & Alan Rodrigues
Alan Rodrigues, a biologist who reframes morphogenesis, and Amy Shyer, a developmental biologist who cultivates a “feeling for the organism,” discuss challenging misleading metaphors in biology. They explore balancing poetic conceptual thinking with grounded observation. They reflect on partnership, tolerating ambiguity, and designing playful projects to reframe persistent scientific frameworks.
