The idea that correlation does not imply causation is a fundamental caveat in epidemiological research. A classic example involves a hypothetical link between ice cream sales and drownings. Instead of ...

Why are many human populations presently 'imploding' with below-replacement fertility? Why are more and more young adults in these societies choosing to remain single and/or childless? Based on first ...

An analysis of the microscopic dynamics between sperm and egg has revealed a fascinating twist to a phenomenon called female "cryptic choice." According to a new study, eggs use various chemical ...

Most Animals Don't Mate in Private. Why Do Humans? | RealClearScienceYitzchak Ben Mocha, an anthropologist with Zürich University, has conducted a study of human procreation habits as part of an ...

In a previous post, I revealed that a prospective partner’s ability to obtain wealth is a prioritized trait in mate choice and that this pattern is fairly consistent across cultures. Examining the ...