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Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Astrobiology Courses Extraterrestrial Life Courses Space Exploration Courses Planetary Science Courses Lunar Exploration Courses

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Explore the fascinating field of astrobiology and the search for extraterrestrial life in this engaging lecture by Professor Ian Crawford. Delve into modern astrobiological findings and their implications for discovering intelligent life beyond Earth. Examine the famous Drake equation, which suggests the galaxy should be teeming with alien civilizations, and ponder the Fermi paradox - why haven't we found them yet? Learn from Crawford's expertise in planetary science, lunar exploration, and the search for life in the universe as he presents over 130 peer-reviewed research papers. Gain insights into the interstellar medium, space exploration, and the potential for finding intelligent life elsewhere in the cosmos.

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Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life - with Ian Crawford


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The Royal Institution

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