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Scientists are now preparing humanity for one of the most profound moments in history: discovering we're not alone in the universe. The SETI Institute's new Discovery and Futures Lab brings together astronomers, philosophers, ethicists, and social scientists to help us get ready.
A marine biologist who proved dolphins are self-aware just won one of astronomy's top honors. The SETI Institute chose her work studying intelligence on Earth to help find it in space.
Scientists just created a new team to help humanity prepare for one of the most transformative moments in history: discovering life beyond Earth. The Discovery and Futures Lab will explore how such a discovery would unfold and what it would mean for everyone on the planet.
Scientists at the SETI Institute discovered that cosmic storms might be scrambling radio signals from extraterrestrial civilizations, making them impossible for us to detect. The finding offers a hopeful new explanation for why we haven't heard from alien life yet.
New research suggests space weather might be scrambling alien radio signals before they reach us, offering hope that extraterrestrial civilizations could be out there trying to communicate. Scientists at the SETI Institute discovered how stellar activity disrupts transmissions, and they're already working on ways to detect these hidden messages.
When a mysterious object from deep space zipped through our solar system, scientists took the chance to answer a thrilling question: could it be an alien probe? The search itself proved we're ready to find ET if they're out there.
Astronomers have pinpointed the 45 most promising places to search for extraterrestrial life, combining cutting-edge telescope data with decades of research. The breakthrough could transform how we explore the cosmos for signs of intelligent civilizations.
The world's top space scientists just published a handbook for what to do if we discover aliens—because in an era of deepfakes and viral misinformation, humanity needs a plan. The protocols promise total transparency and careful verification before any cosmic announcement changes everything.
Researchers discovered a rare pulsar near the Milky Way's center that spins 122 times per second. This cosmic lighthouse could help test Einstein's general relativity near a supermassive black hole.
You don't need a PhD to contribute to NASA's moon mission. Amateur astronomers with smart telescopes are being called to help scientists track the Artemis 2 rocket during its historic journey.
Egypt is racing to modernize Luxor's ancient temples before winter tourist season arrives, doubling entry capacity and adding interactive displays. The project combines high-tech security with careful restoration to reveal centuries-old colors hidden under soot.
Amateur astronomers with smart telescopes are joining NASA missions to track dangerous asteroids and discover comets. One citizen scientist in South Africa captured crucial data during NASA's asteroid deflection test.
Researchers may have discovered a lighthouse-like pulsar spinning at the heart of our galaxy, just a cosmic stone's throw from the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A. If confirmed, this rare finding could unlock secrets about gravity, spacetime, and the mysterious forces shaping our universe.
Scientists just solved a cosmic mystery: Saturn's largest moon Titan might have formed when two ancient moons collided half a billion years ago. This discovery could explain Titan's smooth surface, shifting orbit, and even how Saturn got its famous rings.
Scientists just studied the third interstellar visitor ever detected passing through our solar system, and this comet might be 10 billion years old. The James Webb Space Telescope captured stunning details before it disappeared forever.
German scientists built a Mars rover with curved wheels that mimics how desert lizards swim through sand. The bio-inspired design could unlock exploration of Mars' massive canyon system where water and possible life might hide.
A scientist may have cracked one of our solar system's biggest puzzles by proposing that an ancient moon collision created Titan's massive size, Saturn's wobble, and even its famous rings. The elegant theory explains mysteries that have stumped astronomers for decades.
Scientists now believe Saturn's iconic rings could have formed when two ancient moons collided 100 million years ago, creating Titan and triggering cosmic chain reactions. The discovery solves multiple mysteries about Saturn's strange tilt and its unusual moon family.
Scientists discovered towering microbial structures beneath Antarctica's frozen Lake Unter-See that mirror Earth's oldest fossils and might reveal how life survives on icy planets. These ancient life forms create oxygen-rich water under permanent ice, offering hope for finding life beyond Earth.