1. The Dyadic State Whitepaper
The formal research paper "The Dyadic State: A Framework for Measuring Long-Term Human–Machine Interaction" establishes the complete theoretical motivation, mathematical foundation, and threat analysis for the SYMN-01 benchmark.
The Dyadic State: Framework & Normative Specification
HarVa Groups Research Initiative | v0.1.0 (2026)
2. Evidence Tier Hierarchy (E0–E3)
To maintain radical transparency and eliminate benchmark inflation, every quantitative score and map projection in Symnoesis must carry a verified evidence tier badge:
Expert-elicited prior distributions and mathematical specification. Uncalibrated against real-world outcome telemetry.
Fully reproducible computational sweeps using mathematically modeled synthetic personas and dyads (spec §12).
Empirical pilot studies conducted with small volunteer cohorts under informed consent. Unaudited field telemetry.
Large-scale, multi-site, preregistered, and independently audited empirical field studies with verified run manifests.
3. Verified Academic Prior Art
The SYMN-01 framework builds upon validated foundations across cognitive ergonomics, human–computer interaction, and AI safety:
- Bainbridge, L. (1983). "Ironies of Automation." Automatica, 19(6), 775–779. doi:10.1016/0005-1098(83)90046-8
- Parasuraman, R., Sheridan, T. B., & Wickens, C. D. (2000). "A model for types and levels of human interaction with automation." IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, 30(3), 286–297. doi:10.1109/3468.844354
- Licklider, J. C. R. (1960). "Man-Computer Symbiosis." IRE Transactions on Human Factors in Electronics, HFE-1, 4–11. doi:10.1109/THFE2.1960.4503259
4. How to Cite Symnoesis
If you use the Symnoesis specification, Python library, or map tools in academic research, please cite:
@techreport{symnoesis2026,
title = {The Dyadic State: A Framework for Measuring Long-Term Human--Machine Interaction},
author = {{Symnoesis Research Initiative}},
institution = {HarVa Groups},
year = {2026},
number = {SYMN-01-v0.1.0},
url = {https://symnoesis.org}
}