Cross-domain theory transfer forces clarity on core assumptions and enables breakthroughs

Evidence

Applying a theory from one domain to another often provides contrasts and forces one to be clear about each domain’s core assumptions, and potentially results in a breakthrough (Wagner & Berger, 1985). — Roderick M. Kramer, Geoffrey J. Leonardelli, Robert W. Livingston, Social Cognition, Social Identity, and…, 2359

Categorization

• APHORISMS: A genuine bit of research craft advice: importing a framework into a foreign domain clarifies the assumptions of both.