Research Framework
An open structure for investigating Origin, origination, manifestations and their relationships.
Research scope
The project begins with three connected subjects:
- Origin: the fundamental source.
- Origination: the process of originating.
- Manifestations: that which originates or is expressed.
The relationships among these subjects are themselves important research questions.
Conceptual models under consideration
0–1–2
A provisional representation discussed for organizing the relationship between source, proof and manifestation:
0 — Source · 1 — Proof · 2 — Manifestation
A–B–C
A second provisional representation:
- A: Source
- B: Manifestation
- C: Proof or investigation connecting A and B
These models are working concepts, not fixed definitions or established scientific laws. They may be refined, combined, replaced or expanded.
Research principles
- Remain open to new possibilities without prematurely treating them as conclusions.
- Distinguish original ideas, interpretations, observations and established findings.
- Develop research methods appropriate to each subject.
- Use measurement, experimentation and reproducibility wherever they are meaningful and feasible.
- Keep the framework expandable as new questions and fields emerge.
Relationship with Science of Consciousness
Science of Consciousness is a separate but related research project. Its existing work—including research into Consciousness, Freewill and Spectrum / Spectra—may inform or connect with Science of Origin, but does not define or limit the scope of Science of Origin.