Title :
In Search of Earth-Like Planets [Point of View]
Author :
Davarian, Faramaz
Author_Institution :
Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Technol., Pasadena, CA, USA
Abstract :
The question “are we alone in the Universe?” has more of a philosophical flavor than pure science. First, its underlying concept may be too complex to approach scientifically. In this article the author concern himself with the scientific aspect of the question and examine recent science-based findings.
Keywords :
extrasolar planets; extraterrestrial life; Earth-Like planets; Universe; habitable planets; solar system; Extraterrestrial phenomena; Space exploration; Space research; Space technology;
Journal_Title :
Proceedings of the IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/JPROC.2014.2314771
