Most of us have heard the phrase "correlation does not equal causation." But understanding how scientists move beyond identifying correlations to establish causation remains a mystery to many.

National security expert Marcy Wheeler pointed out that reports of the "resignation" of Elon Musk aide Marko Elez after ...

If there is a correlation between a particular factor and an outcome, it does not mean that the factor necessarily causes the outcome. Scientists must look for a possible mechanism by which the ...

This relationship may or may not represent causation between the two variables, but it does describe an observable pattern. A negative correlation can be contrasted with a positive correlation ...

These results hint at yet another insidious effect of COVID, the researchers write, suggesting even mild or moderate cases might speed up biological processes promoting the accumulation of beta ...

Young adults are at higher risk for crashes due to inexperience, risk-taking, and impaired driving. A study examines the link between commuter college students' mental health and crash risk, ...