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The aim is to register the concept of Recursive Cognitive Externalization for cognitive representation creation.

February 17, 2026Open Access

Recursive Cognitive Externalization (RKE)Priority Registration — AbstractAndreas EhstandORCID: 0009-0006-3773-7796

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The aim is to register the concept of Recursive Cognitive Externalization for cognitive representation creation.
Conceptual framework for Recursive Cognitive Externalization is proposed.
Structured interactions between humans and large language models (LLMs) are emphasized.
Future methodology and implementation details are noted for publication.
The paradigm offers unique cognitive self-modeling opportunities.
Facilitates novel interpersonal cognitive access through enhanced representation.
Distinct from traditional AI personalization and knowledge management methods.

Abstract

Recursive Cognitive Externalization (RKE)Priority Registration — AbstractAndreas EhstandORCID: 0009-0006-3773-7796 February 2026AbstractThis document registers the concept of Recursive Cognitive Externalization (RKE) — a paradigmfor the creation of persistent, updatable representations of individual cognitive architectures throughstructured human-LLM interaction. RKE is distinct from existing approaches to AI personalization,knowledge management, digital twinning, and reflective practice. The paradigm enables novel forms ofcognitive self-modeling and interpersonal cognitive access. Methodology and implementation arereserved for future publication.License: CC BY-ND 4.0 InternationalKeywords: Cognitive Externalization, Human-LLM Interaction, Self-Modeling, Exocortex, RecursiveCo-AdaptationCitation: Ehstand, A. (2026). Recursive Cognitive Externalization (RKE): Priority Registration. Zenodo.© 2026 Andreas Ehstand. All rights reserved.

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