observational
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However, researchers stress that observational studies alone cannot prove cause and effect.
From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026
In recent years, several observational studies have suggested that GLP-1 drugs may be associated with lower risks for certain cancers or improved outcomes among cancer survivors.
From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026
Because the research is observational, it can’t prove that ultraprocessed foods cause dementia and cognitive impairment.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
The analysis included 10 published papers containing data from 12 long term observational studies conducted in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
His result, however, suggested that there would be no observational consequences that could be detected by the telescopes of the day.
From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking
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