This course explores the search for life in the universe, contemplating the implications of discovering extraterrestrial life. Participants will learn about the evidence for life on Mars, the discovery of exoplanets, the origins of life on Earth, and the potential signs of extraterrestrial life on other planets. The teaching method includes presentations and discussions by renowned scientists in the field. This course is intended for individuals interested in astronomy, astrobiology, and the possibility of life beyond Earth.
Overview
Syllabus
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?
Taught by
World Science Festival
