NASA Astrobiology
Universal Life Detection: Astrobiology & Assembly Theory
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Our guest is Dr. Lindsay Hays, Program Scientist for the NASA Astrobiology Program, Deputy Lead Scientist for the Mars Sample Return Campaign, and Program Scientist for the DAVINCI mission to explore Venus! Lindsay's scientific background includes work on lipid biosignatures for mass extinctions, mass evolutionary radiations, and photosynthetic organisms in hot springs. She spent time at JPL in the Mars Program Office where she was the Sample Return Science System Engineer and also worked on science activities for Humans to Mars. Tune-in for a discussion about field expeditions to Western Australia, exploring the origin and evolution of Venus, and NASA's most recent missions to bring samples from outer space back to Earth.
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 61
Mars, OSIRIS-REx, & How to Safely Return Samples from Outer Space
Featuring Dr. Lindsay Hays (NASA Headquarters)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
NASA astrobiologists Dr. Jason Dworkin and Dr. Scott Sandford explain the importance of the OSIRIS-REx mission in the quest to understand the role that asteroids and other small bodies play in the origins of life on Earth.
#ToBennuAndBack
asteroidmission.org
astrobiology.nasa.gov
Featuring
Dr. Jason Dworkin (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center)
Dr. Scott Sandford (NASA Ames Research Center)
Video & images are courtesy of NASA and its affiliates.
Music by Bensound.com (License certificate #1999293)
Directed & Edited by Mike Toillion
About OSIRIS-REx:
NASA’s Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, Security-Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS-REx) spacecraft is the first U.S. mission to return samples from an asteroid to Earth, addressing multiple NASA Solar System Exploration objectives.
OSIRIS-REx launched from Cape Canaveral on September 8, 2016. OSIRIS-REx completed its 1.2 billion-mile journey to arrive at the asteroid Bennu on December 3, 2018. On October 20th, 2020, it will make its first attempt to capture a sample of the asteroid's regolith.
Asteroids are the leftover debris from the solar system formation process that began over four billion years ago, and they can teach us a lot about the history of the Sun and planets. Bennu may contain the molecular precursors to the origin of life and the Earth’s oceans. Bennu is also a potentially hazardous asteroid that has a relatively high probability of impacting the Earth late in the 22nd century. OSIRIS-REx will determine Bennu’s physical and chemical properties, which could be critical for developing an impact mitigation mission in the future.
NASA Astrobiology Program
Lindsay Hays
David Grinspoon
Daniella Scalice
Aaron Gronstal
NASA Astrobiology Research Coordination Networks
NfoLD (Brook Nunn, Alfonso Davila, Heather Graham, Bradley Burcar, Bonnie Teece)
NExSS
LIFE
NOW
PCE3
Mars Exploration Program
Tiffany Morgan
I-MIM Mission Team
Rick Davis, Tomo Usui
NASA Astrobiology Town Hall 2023
Please join us for our first ever NASA Astrobiology Program Town Hall to learn about our current programs, activities, and guest presentations about future Mars exploration!
Please check here for the full agenda: astrobiology.nasa.gov/events/astrobiology-town-hall
Have questions for the NASA Astrobiology Program? Use the YouTube chat feature to ask them, and we will cover as many as possible during our Q&A periods.
If you would like to submit a question ahead of time, please leave a comment below.
If you missed me the live broadcast, please submit your questions to hq-astrobiology@mail.nasa.gov
How will we know if there is life on Mars? What geological clues can our Martian orbiters and rovers search for and collect samples of to return home to Earth?
Stromatolites in the Pilbara region of Western Australia may hold the answer.
In June of 2023, members of NASA's Mars Exploration Program, the Australian Space Agency, ESA (European Space Agency), and the Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), joined together on an expedition to visit three incredible field locations containing stromatolites, fossils of ancient microbial life, and the oldest, most convincing evidence for life on Earth.
Stromatolites are rock features that are usually dome or cone-shaped, and are caused by photosynthetic lifeforms precipitating minerals throughout their life cycle, while continuously climbing upwards towards their energy source of the sun. Over time these microbial communities begin to form layers of rock that rise up to form strange shapes in the geological record that cannot be formed in any other way. Could these structures be found on other planets? On Mars?
As we search the solar system and beyond for biosignatures, or signs of life, it's crucial that we know as much as possible about the nature of life on Earth. Knowing how quickly life took hold on our planet, and how that life evolved over time, will help NASA scientists understand the possibilities for life on other worlds and how best to search for them. Mars and Earth may have had very similar pasts, and the surface of Mars shares many qualities with the stromatolite outcrops in Western Australia.
If life could take a foothold on Earth 3.5 billion years ago, could it also have taken a hold on Mars?
CREDITS
NASA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay out respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Directed, Shot, & Edited by Mike Toillion, NASA Astrobiology
Produced by Tahira Allen, NASA
Featuring
Eric Ianson, NASA Mars Exploration Program
Dr. Mitch Schulte, NASA Mars Exploration Program
Dr. Lindsay Hays, NASA Mars Sample Return & Astrobiology
Dr. Martin Van Kranendonk, University of New South Wales
Music by Lexin Music | pixabay.com/users/lexin_music-28841948
Learn more about the NASA Astrobiology Program:
astrobiology.nasa.gov
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 60
The Zoomable Universe & Understanding Worlds Beyond Earth
Featuring Dr. Caleb Scharf (NASA Ames Research Center)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
How will we know if there is life on Mars? What geological clues can our Martian orbiters and rovers search for and collect samples of to return home to Earth?
Stromatolites in the Pilbara region of Western Australia may hold the answer.
In June of 2023, members of NASA's Mars Exploration Program, the Australian Space Agency, ESA (European Space Agency), and the Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), joined together on an expedition to visit three incredible field locations containing stromatolites, fossils of ancient microbial life, and the oldest, most convincing evidence for life on Earth.
Stromatolites are rock features that are usually dome or cone-shaped, and are caused by photosynthetic lifeforms precipitating minerals throughout their life cycle, while continuously climbing upwards towards their energy source of the sun. Over time these microbial communities begin to form layers of rock that rise up to form strange shapes in the geological record that cannot be formed in any other way. Could these structures be found on other planets? On Mars?
As we search the solar system and beyond for biosignatures, or signs of life, it's crucial that we know as much as possible about the nature of life on Earth. Knowing how quickly life took hold on our planet, and how that life evolved over time, will help NASA scientists understand the possibilities for life on other worlds and how best to search for them. Mars and Earth may have had very similar pasts, and the surface of Mars shares many qualities with the stromatolite outcrops in Western Australia.
If life could take a foothold on Earth 3.5 billion years ago, could it also have taken a hold on Mars?
CREDITS
NASA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay out respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Directed, Shot, & Edited by Mike Toillion, NASA Astrobiology
Produced by Tahira Allen, NASA
Featuring
Eric Ianson, NASA Mars Exploration Program
Dr. Mitch Schulte, NASA Mars Exploration Program
Dr. Lindsay Hays, NASA Mars Sample Return & Astrobiology
Dr. Martin Van Kranendonk, University of New South Wales
Music by Lexin Music | pixabay.com/users/lexin_music-28841948
Learn more about the NASA Astrobiology Program:
astrobiology.nasa.gov
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 60
The Zoomable Universe & Understanding Worlds Beyond Earth
Featuring Dr. Caleb Scharf (NASA Ames Research Center)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Stromatolites in the Pilbara region of Western Australia may hold the answer.
In June of 2023, members of NASA's Mars Exploration Program, the Australian Space Agency, ESA (European Space Agency), and the Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), joined together on an expedition to visit three incredible field locations containing stromatolites, fossils of ancient microbial life, and the oldest, most convincing evidence for life on Earth.
Stromatolites are rock features that are usually dome or cone-shaped, and are caused by photosynthetic lifeforms precipitating minerals throughout their life cycle, while continuously climbing upwards towards their energy source of the sun. Over time these microbial communities begin to form layers of rock that rise up to form strange shapes in the geological record that cannot be formed in any other way. Could these structures be found on other planets? On Mars?
As we search the solar system and beyond for biosignatures, or signs of life, it's crucial that we know as much as possible about the nature of life on Earth. Knowing how quickly life took hold on our planet, and how that life evolved over time, will help NASA scientists understand the possibilities for life on other worlds and how best to search for them. Mars and Earth may have had very similar pasts, and the surface of Mars shares many qualities with the stromatolite outcrops in Western Australia.
If life could take a foothold on Earth 3.5 billion years ago, could it also have taken a hold on Mars?
CREDITS
NASA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay out respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Directed, Shot, & Edited by Mike Toillion, NASA Astrobiology
Produced by Tahira Allen, NASA
Featuring
Eric Ianson, NASA Mars Exploration Program
Dr. Mitch Schulte, NASA Mars Exploration Program
Dr. Lindsay Hays, NASA Mars Sample Return & Astrobiology
Dr. Martin Van Kranendonk, University of New South Wales
Music by Lexin Music | pixabay.com/users/lexin_music-28841948
Learn more about the NASA Astrobiology Program:
astrobiology.nasa.gov
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 60
The Zoomable Universe & Understanding Worlds Beyond Earth
Featuring Dr. Caleb Scharf (NASA Ames Research Center)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 60
The Zoomable Universe & Understanding Worlds Beyond Earth
Featuring Dr. Caleb Scharf (NASA Ames Research Center)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 60
The Zoomable Universe & Understanding Worlds Beyond Earth
Featuring Dr. Caleb Scharf (NASA Ames Research Center)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 59
How to Detect Life on Ocean Worlds & Become a Viral Sensation
Featuring Dr. Lena Vincent (NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 59
How to Detect Life on Ocean Worlds & Become a Viral Sensation
Featuring Dr. Lena Vincent (NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 60
The Zoomable Universe & Understanding Worlds Beyond Earth
Featuring Dr. Caleb Scharf (NASA Ames Research Center)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 59
How to Detect Life on Ocean Worlds & Become a Viral Sensation
Featuring Dr. Lena Vincent (NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 59
How to Detect Life on Ocean Worlds & Become a Viral Sensation
Featuring Dr. Lena Vincent (NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 58
The Origin of Life & Unearthing a Treasure Trove of Fossils
Featuring Dr. Mary Droser (University of California, Riverside)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 59
How to Detect Life on Ocean Worlds & Become a Viral Sensation
Featuring Dr. Lena Vincent (NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
astrobiology.nasa.gov/ask-an-astrobiologist
What is Ask An Astrobiologist?
Once a month, the NASA Astrobiology Program host a one-hour program where the public is invited to interact with a high-profile astrobiologist, who replies to Twitter and YouTube comment questions live on video.
Ask An Astrobiologist: Episode 58
The Origin of Life & Unearthing a Treasure Trove of Fossils
Featuring Dr. Mary Droser (University of California, Riverside)
Hosted by Dr. Graham Lau (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Production Assistants:
Sarah Treadwell (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Anurup Mohanty (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Mariam Naseem (Blue Marble Space Institute of Science)
Directed by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
Illustrations by Melissa Flower (melissaflower.com)
Music & Animation by Mike Toillion (NASA Astrobiology Program)
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.
abgradcon.org
What is AbGradCon?
The Astrobiology Graduate Conference is dedicated to early-career scientists who study the complex and diverse topics that the astrobiology field encompasses. The goal of AbGradCon, organized entirely by graduate students, is to promote the scientific research of young astrobiologists, while promoting collaboration, practical training, and camaraderie. This conference has been an integral part of the astrobiology community for nearly two decades by providing a setting for graduate students and postdocs where small group discussions, presentations, and social activities promote long-term professional relationships. In essence, AbGradCon seeks to create a more interdisciplinary and inclusive astrobiology community, foster collaboration, and provide practical training for young scientists. AbGradCon2023 will mark the 20th anniversary of this unparalleled conference that has continued to grow in interest and participation since its inception.