Forum From the Archives: SETI Scientists on 40 years of Asking the Universe 'Are We Alone?'
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Exploring Extraterrestrial Intelligence
This chapter delves into advances in space exploration and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI), reflecting on initial discoveries that reshaped views on habitability on Mars and Venus. It discusses the founding of the SETI Institute, highlighting key figures like Carl Sagan and the impact of technological innovations on the quest for extraterrestrial signals. Additionally, the chapter commemorates the 40th anniversary of the SETI Institute and Sagan's enduring legacy in fostering public interest in the scientific inquiry of life beyond Earth.
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