Metamorphers
Metamorphers is a term used to describe systems or organisms capable of metamorphosis—changing form, structure, or function in response to internal programming or external stimuli. The concept spans biology, materials science, and robotics, and appears in speculative fiction as well as early design research. It denotes a capacity for transformation rather than a single, fixed form.
In biological contexts, metamorphers reference organisms that undergo substantial developmental changes, such as life cycle transitions
Two broad categories are typically discussed: biological metamorphers, which undergo genuine body-plan changes, and technological metamorphers,
Ethical and safety considerations accompany metamorphers, including concerns about unintended ecological impact, dual-use potential, and control