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ET Is - Probably - Out There — Get Ready

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of extraterrestrial life in this captivating 19-minute TED talk by SETI researcher Seth Shostak. Discover why Shostak confidently predicts that we will find evidence of alien civilizations within the next twenty-four years, backed by advancements in technology and probability calculations. Learn about the potential implications of discovering highly advanced extraterrestrial societies and how it might impact life on Earth. Gain insights into the cutting-edge methods and technologies used in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, and understand the scientific reasoning behind the optimism in this field. Engage with thought-provoking ideas about our place in the universe and the likelihood of cosmic companionship.

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Seth Shostak: ET is (probably) out there — get ready


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