Here are some options, each with slightly different nuances:
General:
* Developmental: This is the most general term, encompassing all aspects of development.
* Ontogenetic: This term refers to the development of an individual organism.
* Phylogenetic: This term refers to the development of species over evolutionary time.
* Evolutionary: This term can encompass both individual and species development, focusing on the process of change.
Specific to areas of development:
* Socioeconomic: Relating to the economic and social development of a society or community.
* Educational: Pertaining to the development of knowledge, skills, and abilities through education.
* Psychological: Relating to the development of mental processes, behavior, and personality.
* Physical: Pertaining to the physical growth and development of a body.
* Technological: Referring to the development and advancement of technology.
Other possibilities:
* Developmental psychology: The study of the psychological processes involved in development.
* Developmental biology: The study of the biological processes of development.
* Development economics: The study of economic development, particularly in developing countries.
To choose the best term, consider the following:
* What specific area of development are you referring to?
* What level of development are you interested in? (Individual, species, societal, etc.)
* What is the broader context of your discussion?
Provide more context, and I can give you a more specific and appropriate term!