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SETI astronomer to lecture on the search for Earth-like planets

Original: For thousands of years, we’ve wondered if Earth is unique. Today, we know planets are common, but we still haven't found

The SETI Institute is hosting the next Silicon Valley Astronomy Lecture on October 7, with astrophysicist Dr. Jessie Christiansen exploring the question of whether Earth is unique. Thousands of years of wondering have confirmed that planets are common across the galaxy, yet another world quite like our own remains undiscovered, and the lecture will trace that search from past to present.

Why now: The upcoming October 7 lecture and the enduring public fascination with finding a second Earth are drawing attention.

SETI Institute Jessie Christiansen Silicon Valley Astronomy Lecture

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For thousands of years, we’ve wondered if Earth is unique. Today, we know planets are common, but we still haven't found another planet quite like our own. On Oct. 7, join Dr. Jessie Christiansen for the next Silicon Valley Astronomy Lecture as she explores the past, present,… · setiinstitute · 6

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