Cross-Domain Similarity Mapping: From Bananas to Cloudy Days - Cognitive Science Insights

Explore the fascinating world of cross-domain analogies in this 55-minute lecture by Ella Qiawen Liu from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, presented at the Santa Fe Institute. Delve into the intriguing question of how humans can draw connections between seemingly unrelated concepts, such as comparing doctors to pianos or faster music to more saturated colors. Discover the results of studies revealing that cross-domain mappings are best predicted by abstract dimensions like valence, complexity, and genderedness. Learn how these findings can be simulated using language models. Gain insights into ongoing research that examines the ease with which people process cross-domain mappings from a network perspective. Enhance your understanding of human cognition and the intricate ways our minds create connections across diverse domains.