Obviological: A Category in the Epistemology of Discovery

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Authors: Giuseppe Antonio Marino
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Abstract

This work introduces the term obviological as a conceptual category in the epistemology of discovery. The lemma describes the phenomenon whereby a theoretical structure, once understood, imposes itself as inevitable to the recognizing mind, producing a form of retrospective necessity. The article analyzes the distinction between primary evidence and structural evidence and proposes the obviological as an interpretive tool for understanding the recognition of authentic discoveries in science and philosophy. Through historical examples and theoretical reflection, the concept is presented as the cognitive signature of the transition from intuition to necessity.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Epistemology Ethics and Metaphysics Philosophy and History of Science Philosophy Science and History

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN