Anjali Tripathi

Astrophysicist Anjali Tripathi, a NASA Exoplanet Science Ambassador, dives into the fascinating world of exoplanets. She discusses cutting-edge technologies like the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which aims to uncover biosignatures on distant worlds. The conversation also covers intriguing discoveries, including the presence of water ice around stars and the unique properties of 'puffy planets.' Listeners learn about the complexities and innovations in observing these alien worlds, as well as the implications for our understanding of habitability beyond Earth.

Astrophysicist Anjali Tripathi discusses exoplanets, planetary evaporation, biosignatures, and technosignatures. Topics include the probability of intelligent life on habitable planets, the search for extraterrestrial life, and the conditions necessary for human survival on other planets. They also explore methods to study exoplanet atmospheres and the potential findings of the James Webb Space Telescope.