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Andromeda Strain and the Meaning of Life: Searching for Extraterrestrial Life - Part 6

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Explore the fascinating intersection of astrobiology and life detection in this 46-minute video from the Santa Fe Institute's "Andromeda Strain and the Meaning of Life" mini-series. Join Lee Cronin and Pete Worden as they delve into the critical questions surrounding the search for extraterrestrial life. Discover what scientists should be looking for when searching for life in the universe, where to focus their efforts, and which tools are most effective for this cosmic quest. Gain insights from Worden's experience as Executive Director of the Breakthrough Initiatives and former Director of NASA Ames. Learn how this discussion fits into the broader context of origins of life research and the challenges posed by Michael Crichton's "Andromeda Strain." Explore the connections between synthetic biology, information replication, and potential independent origins of life across the cosmos.

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Andromeda Strain and the Meaning of Life: Part 6 with Lee Cronin and Pete Worden


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