Forum From the Archives: SETI Scientists on 40 years of Asking the Universe 'Are We Alone?'
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The Search for Intelligent Life: SETI at 40
This chapter reflects on the 40th anniversary of the SETI Institute, discussing the quest for extraterrestrial intelligence and the implications of such discoveries. It navigates through diverse perspectives on communication with potential alien civilizations, the concept of the 'great filter', and humanity's readiness to engage with advanced beings. The conversation further explores the origins of life, evolutionary paths, and the philosophical questions surrounding microbial versus intelligent extraterrestrial existence.
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