The Secret Life of the Universe
SETI Institute
Leading humanity's quest to understand the origins and prevalence of life and intelligence in the universe...
Publication Alert! The Secret Life of the Universe by Dr. Nathalie Cabrol, the SETI Institute's chief scientist and Director of the Carl Sagan Center at the SETI Institute, is coming out this week, both in the US (August 13, 2024) and in the UK (August 15, 2024). Scriber/Simon & Schuster publishes both editions. Cabrol articulates an overview of where we stand today in our search for life in the universe, what's coming, and how looking out for life beyond Earth teaches us about our place on our planet.
Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) Collaborates with SETI Institute to Support the Development of Alula Manara Observatory
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) and SETI Institute announced their collaboration agreement as part of a long-term vision to further the development of AlUla Manara Observatory as a leading destination of the future, for space research, discovery and astro-tourism. AlUla is an ancient desert oasis located in North West Saudi Arabia with more than 200,000 years of recorded human history and ancient heritage sites with 7000 years of successive civilizations.
The 2024 SETI Forward Award Application is Open!
The purpose of this award is to encourage undergraduates to enter the field of SETI and/or astrobiology and to encourage interns to become SETI ambassadors. It is open to undergraduate students from around the world.
The deadline to apply is September 6, 2024.
ICYMI: New LaserSETI Observatory Installed in Sedona, AZ
July marked a significant milestone in optical SETI research, as the SETI Institute team installed two new LaserSETI stations in Sedona, AZ. This installation brings the number of active LaserSETI observatories to three, enhancing our ability to scan the entire sky and monitor for extrasolar laser pulses continuously. LaserSETI stations need to be strategically placed around the globe to achieve this goal.
ICYMI: SETI Institute in the News: July Roundup
The SETI Institute frequently appears in news stories due to its essential contributions to space science and exploration. In this month’s roundup, explore groundbreaking methods for finding extraterrestrial life with the help of AI in space, discover how desert moss could aid Mars colonization, and marvel at the Sydney Science Festival's fusion of space and art. Also, don’t miss the dazzling Perseid meteor shower on August 11th and 12th!
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Swan Hellenic Cruise Ship from Magna Graecia to Greece
Discover the wonders of the Mediterranean on this voyage in partnership with Chopra (more details below). Experience the rich history, culture, and cuisine of Sicily, Italy, Albania, and Greece. Sail through sparkling waters, and discover ancient cities, charming islands, and stunning landscapes. Explore the ruins of a legendary oracle, cruise through a narrow canal carved into rock, and imagine seeing the spectacle of a real volcanic eruption.
SETI Live Replay: The Secret Life of the Universe with Nathalie Cabrol
The Secret Life of the Universe by Dr. Nathalie Cabrol, the SETI Institute's chief scientist and Director of the Carl Sagan Center at the SETI Institute, is coming out this week, both in the US (August 13, 2024) and in the UK (August 15, 2024). Scriber/Simon & Schuster publishes both editions. Cabrol articulates an overview of where we stand today in our search for life in the universe, what's coming, and how looking out for life beyond Earth teaches us about our place on our planet. Nathalie joins communications specialist Beth Johnson during this week's SETI Live to celebrate this occasion and discuss her latest work.
Big Picture Science: Not Just a Phage
We’re hurtling towards a post-antibiotic world, as the overuse of antibiotics has given rise to dangerous drug-resistant bacteria. Can we fight back using viruses as weapons? An obscure medical therapy uses certain viruses called bacteriophages to treat infection. For a century attempts to turn phage-therapy into a life-saving treatment have faltered, but today there’s renewed interest in this approach. Can we use phages to forestall the antibiotic crisis?
Planetary Picture of the Day - Week of August 5, 2024
Giant storms, symmetrical dunes, a tiny moon, and an even tinier space station all feature in this week's cache of pictures.
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