Astrobiology: Future Perspectives

Astrobiology: Future Perspectives
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 521
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ISBN-10 : 9781402023057
ISBN-13 : 1402023057
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Book Synopsis Astrobiology: Future Perspectives by : P. Ehrenfreund

Download or read book Astrobiology: Future Perspectives written by P. Ehrenfreund and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-03-05 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Astrobiology, a new exciting interdisciplinary research field, seeks to unravel the origin and evolution of life wherever it might exist in the Universe. The current view of the origin of life on Earth is that it is strongly connected to the origin and evolution of our planet and, indeed, of the Universe as a whole. We are fortunate to be living in an era where centuries of speculation about the two ancient and fundamental problems: the origin of life and its prevalence in the Universe are being replaced by experimental science. The subject of Astrobiology can be approached from many different perspectives. This book is focused on abiogenic organic matter from the viewpoint of astronomy and planetary science and considers its potential relevance to the origins of life on Earth and elsewhere. Guided by the review papers in this book, the concluding chapter aims to identify key questions to motivate future research and stimulate astrobiological applications of current and future research facilities and space missions. Today’s rich array of new spacecraft, telescopes and dedicated scientists promises a steady flow of discoveries and insights that will ultimately lead us to the answers we seek.


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