Data Skeptic Networks of the Mind
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Feb 18, 2025 Yoed Kennet, an assistant professor at the Technion, explores the intersection of cognitive and network science to unlock the mysteries of the human mind. He discusses how creativity can be measured through riddles and the importance of network structures in memory. Learn about memory restructuring during insights, the connection between semantic networks and creativity, and real-world applications in workplaces and education. Yoed's innovative research reveals how understanding these cognitive processes can combat rigidity and enhance problem-solving abilities.
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Human Memory Complexity
- Human memory is complex and involves different systems and processes, making it challenging to study.
- Network science helps researchers quantify and formalize the complexity of cognitive and neural systems related to memory.
Riddle Experiment
- Yoad Kennet's experiment used riddles to study memory restructuring during moments of insight.
- Participants rated the relatedness of word pairs before and after attempting to solve riddles, revealing changes in semantic memory structure.
Memory Restructuring and Creativity
- Solving riddles leads to memory restructuring, creating new connections between concepts.
- People with richer, more flexible memory structures might be better at solving riddles, suggesting a link between memory and creativity.