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  • Natural Sciences
  • Philosophy of Science
  • Methodology

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  • The principle of simplicity, often termed Ockham's Razor, influences scientific inquiry, favoring unifying theories.
  • Cognitive biases towards simplification may not accurately reflect the complexity of the natural world.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To question the universal applicability of simplicity as a guiding scientific principle.
  • To propose and demonstrate an antiunitary methodological approach as an alternative to traditional unifying frameworks.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the propensity to simplify scientific relationships and its potential for misinterpretation.
  • Application of an antiunitary approach, drawing from medieval philosophical concepts.
  • Illustrative examples from diverse scientific fields including biology and physics.

Main Results:

  • The conventional pursuit of simplicity can lead to misleading interpretations in scientific issues.
  • An antiunitary strategy offers a novel relational approach to understanding complex phenomena.
  • Examples include SARS-CoV-2 aggregation, extinct species classification, and brain stiffness.

Conclusions:

  • A critical re-evaluation of the principle of simplicity in scientific methodology is warranted.
  • Antiunitary strategies provide a valuable alternative for improving scientific attitudes and interpretations.
  • This approach enhances our understanding of quantum mechanics and the mind's role in constructing reality.