Astrobiology: Search for Alien Life
Dive into astrobiology: Examine life's beginnings, study habitable zones in our solar system, and join the quest to find intelligence beyond Earth.
Dive into astrobiology: Examine life's beginnings, study habitable zones in our solar system, and join the quest to find intelligence beyond Earth.
Embark on an exciting journey through the cosmos with this comprehensive course on Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life. Led by Professor Charles Cockell, this course delves into the fundamental questions about the origin and evolution of life, and the possibility of life beyond Earth. You'll explore topics ranging from the definition and origin of life on Earth to the search for habitable environments in our solar system and beyond. The course covers key concepts in astrobiology, including the conditions for life, extreme environments, the search for exoplanets, and the implications of contact with extraterrestrial intelligence. Through a series of engaging video lectures and quizzes, you'll gain insights into cutting-edge research in astrobiology and develop a deeper understanding of our place in the universe.
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What you'll learn
Define life and explain current hypotheses about its origin on Earth
Describe the major evolutionary transitions of life on Earth
Analyze the potential for life in extreme environments
Evaluate the habitability of other bodies in our solar system
Explain methods for detecting exoplanets and potential biosignatures
Discuss the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI)
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11 quizzes
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to astrobiology and the search for extraterrestrial life. Students will explore the origin and evolution of life on Earth, the potential for life in our solar system and beyond, and the methods used to search for habitable environments and biosignatures. The curriculum is structured into five modules, covering topics such as the definition of life, early Earth conditions, extreme environments, the search for exoplanets, and the possibilities of extraterrestrial intelligence. Through a combination of video lectures and quizzes, learners will gain insights into cutting-edge research in astrobiology and develop a broader understanding of life's place in the universe. The course emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, connecting biology, astronomy, geology, and chemistry to address some of the most profound questions in science.
Life and Its Origins
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Life on Earth
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Habitable Environments Elsewhere in our Solar System?
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
The Search for Habitable Exoplanets
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Extraterrestrial Intelligence
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Leading Astrobiologist at the University of Edinburgh
Charles Cockell is a Professor of Astrobiology at the University of Edinburgh, where he also serves as the Director of the UK Centre for Astrobiology. He earned his doctorate from the University of Oxford and has held prestigious positions, including a National Academy of Sciences Associate at NASA Ames Research Centre and visiting scholar roles at Stanford University and the University of Arizona. Cockell has a rich background in extreme environments, particularly focusing on the role of microbes in volcanic and impact crater settings. He is a Senior Editor for the journal Astrobiology and has authored popular science books such as Impossible Extinction, which examines microbial resilience on Earth, and Space on Earth, linking environmentalism with space exploration. Additionally, he founded the Earth and Space Foundation in 1994 to support research that connects environmentalism with space exploration.
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