The Search for Life in the Universe

Embark on a captivating 91-minute journey through the cosmos in this World Science Festival panel discussion led by Nobel Laureate Sir Paul Nurse. Join renowned scientists Jill Tarter, David Charbonneau, and Steven Squyres as they explore the age-old question: Are we alone in the universe? Delve into cutting-edge research on Mars exploration, exoplanet detection, and the origins of life on Earth. Discover the latest techniques for identifying potentially habitable worlds, the challenges of detecting extraterrestrial life, and the implications of such a discovery for humanity. Explore fascinating concepts like panspermia and the potential for life in extreme environments. Gain insights into the ups and downs of the search for extraterrestrial life and contemplate the profound impact of potentially finding life beyond Earth.

Sir Paul Nurse Introduction
Participant Introductions.
Day 2,281 of the 90 day Mars Rover mission.
The evidence for life on Mars.
The Mars Rover Landing on Mars.
How have we discovered all of the exoplanets?
How small of a planet orbiting a star can you detect?
Can we tell if these planets will support life?
How did life begin on earth?
What kind of life could live in the harsh environments of early earth?
What would be the sign of extraterrestrial life on exoplanets?
A reexamination of the habitability of planets orbiting stars.
What is panspermia?
Would life emerge from any planet that can sustain life.
Why the up and downs with finding life on other planets.
Lets say we find life... what does that change for humanity?