Future Tense
A new push in the search for alien life
Jul 11, 2024
NASA's new telescope, the Habitable Worlds Observatory, will enhance the search for alien life. Discussion focuses on strategies for potential alien communication, international protocols for contact, and the impact of UFO-related hysteria on SETI research funding.
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- The new Habitable Worlds Observatory by NASA will revolutionize the search for non-Earth based life by imaging Earth-like planets orbiting Sun-like stars through direct imaging.
- The surge of interest in astrobiology due to advancements in understanding Earth's history and the discovery of exoplanets intensifies the quest for life beyond our solar system.
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The Emergence of Astrobiology
Astrobiology, a new scientific field, examines life from an astronomical perspective. It delves into the formation of life, its thriving conditions, diverse potential forms, and prognosis, focusing on locating life beyond Earth. This discipline experienced a surge of interest due to discoveries of exoplanets and advancements in understanding Earth's history and life impact on the planet.
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