Semantic search during creative thinking: A quantitative analysis based on cumulative distribution and semantic similarity of responses

Chen, Yanran; Zheng, Ling; Zhao, Qiancheng; Huang, Yu; Li, S.; Yu, Quanlei; Zhou, Zhiyong

doi:10.3724/sp.j.1041.2022.00881

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“…Among them, divergent thinking refers to exploring novel ideas and answers from multiple aspects and perspectives based on a problem situation (Guilford, 1967), whereas convergent thinking focuses on the goal, integrates existing ideas and information, and forms novel connections to solve the problem (Mednick, 1962). To some extent, divergent thinking mainly provides possibilities for creative problem‐solving (Chen et al., 2022), whereas convergent thinking is a form of thinking in which an individual uses existing knowledge and experience or traditional methods to analyze given information and obtain an optimal answer from it (Lee & Therriault, 2013). The investigation of the cognitive processing of creative thinking is a fundamental issue in the creativity research.…”

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The relationship between epistemic curiosity and creativity: Research status and educational implications

Li,

Emin,

Zhou

et al. 2023

Future in Educational Research

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Creativity is a core driver of social development and technological progress. Epistemic curiosity (EC), as an important intrinsic motivation, is a prerequisite for creativity. Understanding the cognitive and neural mechanisms through which EC affects creativity is the “golden key” to cultivate top‐notch innovative talents based on cognitive and neural principles and stimulate the innovative vitality of talents. In this paper, we have combined research evidence from behavioral and neuroimaging studies, introduced the basic concepts of EC and creativity, reviewed and evaluated prior empirical research and several theoretical perspectives linking EC and creativity. Additionally, we have discussed the shared characteristics of EC and creativity as well as the cognitive and neural mechanisms associated with them. Then, we have proposed several practical suggestions to fostering and promoting EC as a means to enhancing creativity. These suggestions serve as a foundation and inspiration for future research and educational practices and provide a theoretical framework for cultivating innovative talents. Finally, we indicated possible directions for future research on the relationship between EC and creativity.

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Section: Concepts Of Ec and Creativitymentioning

confidence: 99%

The relationship between epistemic curiosity and creativity: Research status and educational implications

Li,

Emin,

Zhou

et al. 2023

Future in Educational Research

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Identification and expression profiling of Spodoptera litura OR18, a gene with a potential role in olfactory recognition

Zheng

Lin

2013

Entomologia Exp Applicata

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The full‐length cDNA of the gene SlituOR18, encoding a candidate olfactory receptor in the antennae of the tobacco cutworm, Spodoptera litura (Fabricius) (Lepidoptera Noctuidae), was identified through homology cloning strategies using RACE (rapid amplification of cDNA ends) and PCR (polymerase chain reaction). The protein of SlituOR18 shared >80% sequence identity and the same seven transmembrane domains with other olfactory receptor 18 (OR18) proteins sequenced from noctuid moths. SlituOR18 also had a similar structure to SlituORco, encoding the olfactory co‐receptor in S. litura. The sequence between transmembrane segments IV and V was longer than other sequences between transmembrane segments, and the N‐terminus was intracytoplasmic. Analysis by qRT‐PCR showed SlituOR18 was predominantly expressed in adult moths and there was higher expression in female antennae than in male antennae. Weak expression of SlituOR18 was observed in eggs and no expression was observed in the antennae of fourth instars and 5‐day‐old pupae. In situ hybridization experiments revealed that expression of these receptor types was clearly restricted to the bases of trichodea‐type olfactory sensilla (sensillum trichodeum), that are known to contain neurons sensitive to food odor or pheromones. Our data demonstrated that both SlituORco and SlituOR18 showed diurnal changes in their relative expression level. Expression of SlituOR18 varied among geographic populations of S. litura that had been trapped in the field using synthetic pheromone lures. The mRNA expression level of SlituOR18 was similar among S. litura populations from Sichuan, Guangxi, and Hunan, and higher than in populations from Shanghai and Ningbo. We suggest that OR18 could play a critical role in olfaction in noctuid moths and is a potential target for novel pest management strategies in the future.

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Automatic assessment of divergent thinking in Chinese language with TransDis: A transformer-based language model approach

Yang,

Zhang,

Sun

et al. 2023

Behav Res

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Semantic search during creative thinking: A quantitative analysis based on cumulative distribution and semantic similarity of responses

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The relationship between epistemic curiosity and creativity: Research status and educational implications

The relationship between epistemic curiosity and creativity: Research status and educational implications

Identification and expression profiling of Spodoptera litura OR18, a gene with a potential role in olfactory recognition

Automatic assessment of divergent thinking in Chinese language with TransDis: A transformer-based language model approach

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