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15 April 2004
Worlds
around other stars were once only the subject of science fiction
and scientific conjecture. Today more than a hundred are known
and the rate of discovery is increasing. Although none of these
"extrasolar planets” is suitable for life, we may
be less than a decade away from being able to discover habitable
worlds beyond our solar system. Dr. Pilcher will discuss how we
can detect planets around other stars and ways we might determine
if those planets are habitable or even harbor life. He will also
discuss arguments about the prevalence of life in the universe,
including the possibilities that life may be common and that at
least some forms of life may be rare. The religious significance
of this search and its potential discoveries will be discussed.
Keynote speaker:
- Carl Pilcher, PhD, Senior Scientist for Astrobiology, Astronomy and Physics Division, NASA Headquarters
Respondent:
Coverage:
 Listen to Dr. Pilcher
Listen to Dr. McMullin
 Read the Summary
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