Neuroscientific Foundations of Creativity, Ideation, and Problem-Solving: A Critical Review and Cognitive Enhancement Strategies

Author

Nima Ghobadi

Citation

Ghobadi, N. (2024). Neuroscientific Foundations of Creativity, Ideation, and Problem-Solving: A Critical Review and Cognitive Enhancement Strategies (v1.0). Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13895946

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Overview

This repository hosts resources related to the research paper Neuroscientific Foundations of Creativity, Ideation, and Problem-Solving, authored by Nima Ghobadi. The paper examines cognitive neuroscience mechanisms that underlie creative thinking and problem-solving. It also discusses cognitive enhancement strategies with potential applications in fields such as psychology, education, and artificial intelligence.

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Repository Structure

• docs/: Contains the research paper in both PDF and HTML formats for easy access.
• CHANGELOG.md: Documents significant updates to the project and repository.
• CONTRIBUTING.md: Outlines guidelines for scholarly discussion and peer contributions.
• LICENSE: Specifies the terms of use for this research and related resources.

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Key Topics

• Neuroscience of Creativity
• Cognitive Science and Ideation
• Problem-Solving Mechanisms
• Cognitive Enhancement Strategies

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Abstract

The study explores the neural underpinnings of creativity and ideation, focusing on brain regions and mechanisms associated with creative thinking and effective problem-solving. Practical cognitive enhancement strategies and a critical analysis of current methodologies and future research recommendations are presented.

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Objectives

The primary objectives of this research and repository include:

1. Enhancing Understanding: Providing an academic overview of the neuroscientific foundations of creativity and ideation.
2. Promoting Knowledge Sharing: Facilitating scholarly exchange and peer feedback.
3. Enabling Practical Applications: Presenting evidence-based strategies for cognitive enhancement that can be applied across disciplines.

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Usage

This repository is a reference for researchers, educators, and practitioners in neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and related fields. The resources provided here are intended to support research, academic citations, and practical applications for cognitive enhancement.

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Getting Started

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/nimaaghobadi/Neuroscientific-Foundations-of-Creativity-Ideation-and-Problem-Solving.git

2. Navigate to the docs folder to access the paper in PDF or HTML formats.

License

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons License, allowing academic use, distribution, and reproduction with proper attribution.

Contact

Please use the repository’s Discussion section for questions, collaborations, or feedback.

Additional Resources

• Zenodo Link: Research Paper on Zenodo
• Related Publications: Refer to the References section of the paper for further reading.