The search for biomarkers in the solar system and beyond
Event Start:
2020-12-14T15:00:00
Event End:
2020-12-14T16:00:00
Event Information:
We will review past and current efforts to search for biosignatures in the Solar System and in exoplanets. The recent claim of detection of phosphine, its implications for life on Venus, and the subsequent reactions are summarized. We will also discuss the assumptions inherent in current strategies in the search for extraterrestrial life.
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Speaker:
Sun Kwok (UBC)
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Event Start:
2020-12-14T15:00:00
Event End:
2020-12-14T16:00:00
The search for biomarkers in the solar system and beyond
Event Information:
We will review past and current efforts to search for biosignatures in the Solar System and in exoplanets. The recent claim of detection of phosphine, its implications for life on Venus, and the subsequent reactions are summarized. We will also discuss the assumptions inherent in current strategies in the search for extraterrestrial life.
Event Location:
Connect via zoom