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[Discursive thought and intuition in medical research]
Helvetica Chirurgica Acta
|February 1, 1981
Summary
Original scientific investigation requires intuition, a key component originating from the unconscious mind. This concept is vital across philosophy, psychology, and religion, akin to Greek ideas of luck and serendipity.
Area of Science:
- Philosophy of Science
- Psychology of Creativity
- History of Medicine
Context:
- The advancement of scientific understanding, exemplified by the history of diabetes research, highlights the necessity of non-logical cognitive processes.
- Intuition, often arising from the unconscious, plays a critical role alongside logical reasoning in scientific breakthroughs.
Purpose:
- To explore the role of intuition in original creative scientific investigation.
- To draw parallels between intuition and historical concepts of chance and opportune moments.
Summary:
- Scientific progress, including in diabetes research, depends on creative investigation that integrates logical thinking with intuition.
- Intuition, originating from the unconscious, is a crucial element for novel discoveries.
- The concept of intuition shares semantic similarities with Greek philosophical terms like 'kairos' (opportune moment) and 'tyche' (chance).
Impact:
- Recognizing the importance of intuition can foster more creative and innovative approaches in scientific research.
- Understanding the unconscious origins of intuition may lead to new methods for scientific training and discovery.
- This perspective enriches the philosophy of science by incorporating non-rational elements into the process of discovery.