Life In The Cosmos

Author : Manasvi Lingam,Abraham Loeb
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 1089 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780674987579

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Life in the Cosmos by Manasvi Lingam,Abraham Loeb Pdf

A rigorous and scientific analysis of the myriad possibilities of life beyond our planet. ÒAre we alone in the universe?Ó This tantalizing question has captivated humanity over millennia, but seldom has it been approached rigorously. Today the search for signatures of extraterrestrial life and intelligence has become a rapidly advancing scientific endeavor. Missions to Mars, Europa, and Titan seek evidence of life. Laboratory experiments have made great strides in creating synthetic life, deepening our understanding of conditions that give rise to living entities. And on the horizon are sophisticated telescopes to detect and characterize exoplanets most likely to harbor life. Life in the Cosmos offers a thorough overview of the burgeoning field of astrobiology, including the salient methods and paradigms involved in the search for extraterrestrial life and intelligence. Manasvi Lingam and Abraham Loeb tackle three areas of interest in hunting for life Òout thereÓ: first, the pathways by which life originates and evolves; second, planetary and stellar factors that affect the habitability of worlds, with an eye on the biomarkers that may reveal the presence of microbial life; and finally, the detection of technological signals that could be indicative of intelligence. Drawing on empirical data from observations and experiments, as well as the latest theoretical and computational developments, the authors make a compelling scientific case for the search for life beyond what we can currently see. Meticulous and comprehensive, Life in the Cosmos is a master class from top researchers in astrobiology, suggesting that the answer to our age-old question is closer than ever before.

Author : Hiram Percy Maxim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1933
Category : Anthropology
ISBN : OXFORD:503955967

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Life's Place in the Cosmos by Hiram Percy Maxim Pdf

Author : John D. Barrow
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 503 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521871020

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Fitness of the Cosmos for Life by John D. Barrow Pdf

An interdisciplinary book for scientists interested in the origin and existence of life in our universe, first published in 2007.

Author : Lee Smolin
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1999-03-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780199839360

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The Life of the Cosmos by Lee Smolin Pdf

Lee Smolin offers a new theory of the universe that is at once elegant, comprehensive, and radically different from anything proposed before. Smolin posits that a process of self organization like that of biological evolution shapes the universe, as it develops and eventually reproduces through black holes, each of which may result in a new big bang and a new universe. Natural selection may guide the appearance of the laws of physics, favoring those universes which best reproduce. The result would be a cosmology according to which life is a natural consequence of the fundamental principles on which the universe has been built, and a science that would give us a picture of the universe in which, as the author writes, "the occurrence of novelty, indeed the perpetual birth of novelty, can be understood." Smolin is one of the leading cosmologists at work today, and he writes with an expertise and force of argument that will command attention throughout the world of physics. But it is the humanity and sharp clarity of his prose that offers access for the layperson to the mind bending space at the forefront of today's physics.

Author : Chris Impey
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2011-06-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139499811

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The Living Cosmos by Chris Impey Pdf

Considering the development of life on Earth, the existence of life in extreme environments and the potential for life elsewhere in the Universe, this book gives a fascinating insight into our place in the Universe. Chris Impey leads the reader through the history, from the Copernican revolution to the emergence of the field of astrobiology – the study of life in the cosmos. He examines how life on Earth began, exploring its incredible variety and the extreme environments in which it can survive. Finally, Impey turns his attention to our Solar System and the planets beyond, discussing whether there may be life elsewhere in the Universe. Written in non-technical language, this book is ideal for anyone wanting to know more about astrobiology and how it is changing our views of life and the Universe. An accompanying website available at www.cambridge.org/9780521173841 features podcasts, articles and news stories on astrobiology.

Author : Don Lincoln
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781421410739

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Alien Universe by Don Lincoln Pdf

Are alien civilizations really possible? If extraterrestrials exist, where are they? How likely is it that somewhere in the universe an Earth-like planet supports an advanced culture? Why do so many people claim to have encountered Aliens? In this gripping exploration, scientist Don Lincoln exposes and explains the truths about the belief in and the search for life on other planets. In the first half of Alien Universe, Lincoln looks to Western civilization's collective image of Aliens, showing how our perceptions of extraterrestrials have evolved over time. The roots of this belief can be traced as far back as our earliest recognition of other planets in the universe—the idea of them supporting life was a natural progression of thinking that has fascinated us ever since. Our captivation with Aliens has, however, led to mixed results. The world was fooled in the nineteenth century during the Great Moon Hoax of 1835, and many people misunderstood Orson Welles's 1938 radio broadcast, The War of the Worlds, leading to significant anxiety among some listeners. Our continuing interest in Aliens is reflected in entertainment successes such as E.T., The X-Files, and Star Trek. The second half of the book explores the scientific possibility of whether advanced Alien civilizations do exist. For many years, researchers have sought to answer Enrico Fermi’s great paradox—if there are so many planets in the universe and there is a high probability that many of those can support life, then why have we not actually encountered any Aliens? Lincoln describes how modern science teaches us what is possible and what is not in our search for extraterrestrial civilizations. Whether you are drawn to the psychological belief in Aliens, the history of our interest in life on other planets, or the scientific possibility of Alien existence, Alien Universe is sure to hold you spellbound.

Author : I. S. Shklovskiĭ,Carl Sagan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 189280302X

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Intelligent Life in the Universe by I. S. Shklovskiĭ,Carl Sagan Pdf

Author : Robert Gendler
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2006-10-15
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 9780760326428

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A Year in the Life of the Universe by Robert Gendler Pdf

Full-color photographs by renowned astrophotographer Robert Gendler that identifies over 120 objects in the galaxy throughout the four seasons.

Author : Ted Peters,Muzaffar Iqbal,Syed Nomanul Haq
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781351932714

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God, Life, and the Cosmos by Ted Peters,Muzaffar Iqbal,Syed Nomanul Haq Pdf

God, Life, and the Cosmos: Christian and Islamic Perspectives is the first book in which Christian and Muslim scholars explore the frontiers of science-religion discourse. Leading international scholars present new work on key issues in science and religion from Christian and Islamic perspectives. Following an introduction by the editors, the book is divided into three sections: the first explores the philosophical issues in science-religion discourse; the second examines cosmology; the third analyses the issues surrounding bioethics. One of the first books to explore aspects of science-religion discourse from the perspective of two religious traditions, God, Life, and the Cosmos opens up new vistas to all interested in science and religion, and those exploring contemporary issues in Christianity and Islam.

Author : Geoffrey Zubay
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 585 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2000-01-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080497617

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Origins of Life by Geoffrey Zubay Pdf

Origins of Life on the Earth and in the Cosmos, Second Edition, suggests answers to the age-old questions of how life arose in the universe and how it might arise elsewhere. This thorough revision of a very successful text describes key events in the evolution of living systems, starting with the creation of an environment suitable for the origins of life. Whereas one may never be able to reconstruct the precise pathway that led to the origin of life on earth, one can certainly make some plausible reconstructions of it. Such discussions have greatly expanded our understanding of the principles of chemical evolution and how they compare and contrast with the principles of biological evolution. The text is strong on biochemistry and its recent applications to origins' research. Provides an excellent review of basic biochemistry an evolution Written in a clear, concise style for scientists, students, and readers interested in a scientific inquiry into the origins of life Written by an authority in the field, and brought fully up-to-date in light of new research Pulls together valuable information not found in a single source Organized and presented in a manner conductive for use in a college course Heavily illustrated to make difficult concepts concrete

Author : Dale A. Russell
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780253352736

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Islands in the Cosmos by Dale A. Russell Pdf

The evolution of life on Earth from its origins to the present day

Author : Lewis Dartnell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781780741635

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Life in the Universe by Lewis Dartnell Pdf

Astrobiology, the study of life and its existence in the universe, is one of the hottest areas of scientific research. Lewis Dartnell considers some of the fascinating questions facing researchers today. Could life exist anywhere else in the universe? What might aliens really look like? Dartnell explains why Earth is uniquely suited for life and reveals our profound connection to the cosmos.

Author : Douglas Adams
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2009-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780330513142

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Life, the Universe and Everything by Douglas Adams Pdf

In Life, the Universe and Everything, the third title in Douglas Adams' blockbusting sci-fi comedy series, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Arthur Dent finds himself enlisted to prevent a galactic war. This edition includes exclusive bonus material from the Douglas Adams archives, and an introduction by Simon Brett, producer of the original radio broadcast. Following a number of stunning catastrophes, which have involved him being alternately blown up and insulted in ever stranger regions of the Galaxy, Arthur Dent is surprised to find himself living in a cave on prehistoric Earth. However, just as he thinks that things cannot get possibly worse, they suddenly do. An eddy in the space-time continuum lands him, Ford Prefect, and their flying sofa in the middle of the cricket ground at Lord's, just two days before the world is due to be destroyed by the Vogons. Escaping the end of the world for a second time, Arthur, Ford, and their old friend Slartibartfast embark (reluctantly) on a mission to save the whole galaxy from fanatical robots. Not bad for a man in his dressing gown . . . Follow Arthur Dent's galactic (mis)adventures in the rest of the trilogy with five parts: So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish, and Mostly Harmless.

Author : Alan Lightman
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780593081327

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Probable Impossibilities by Alan Lightman Pdf

The acclaimed author of Einstein’s Dreams tackles "big questions like the origin of the universe and the nature of consciousness ... in an entertaining and easily digestible way” (Wall Street Journal) with a collection of meditative essays on the possibilities—and impossibilities—of nothingness and infinity, and how our place in the cosmos falls somewhere in between. Can space be divided into smaller and smaller units, ad infinitum? Does space extend to larger and larger regions, on and on to infinity? Is consciousness reducible to the material brain and its neurons? What was the origin of life, and can biologists create life from scratch in the lab? Physicist and novelist Alan Lightman, whom The Washington Post has called “the poet laureate of science writers,” explores these questions and more—from the anatomy of a smile to the capriciousness of memory to the specialness of life in the universe to what came before the Big Bang. Probable Impossibilities is a deeply engaged consideration of what we know of the universe, of life and the mind, and of things vastly larger and smaller than ourselves.

Author : Geraint F. Lewis,Luke A. Barnes
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781107156616

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A Fortunate Universe by Geraint F. Lewis,Luke A. Barnes Pdf

An engaging defence and critique of the various arguments from both science and religion on the fine-tuning of the Universe.