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Area of Science:

  • Multidisciplinary phenomenon
  • Natural and social systems
  • Philosophy and science

Background:

  • Emergence concept introduced 150 years ago.
  • Applied across diverse scientific fields.
  • Inconsistent definitions hinder knowledge accumulation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To unify the concept of emergence.
  • Identify core characteristics, expressions, and principles.
  • Establish a coherent science of emergence.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and conceptual analysis.
  • Synthesis of existing emergence frameworks.
  • Building upon Jeffrey Goldstein's foundational work.

Main Results:

  • Identified core characteristics and principles of emergence.
  • Demonstrated the congruence of emergence across disciplines.
  • Established a foundational framework for a science of emergence.

Conclusions:

  • A unified science of emergence is achievable.
  • Emergence principles can be applied to leadership and entrepreneurship.
  • This work facilitates interdisciplinary understanding and application.