Astrology and the Scientific Method

Abstract

Despite the fact that virtually all scientists reject astrology as unfounded superstition, it continues to hold a powerful grip on the belief-systems of millions of people. With the advent of computer technology, rigorous statistical tests have been carried out to examine the validity of the oft-heard claim that astrology works. The results of these recent tests are uniformly negative. Application of the scientific method then leads us to reject the astrological hypothesis.