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The Modern Hunt for Aliens: What Is Astrobiology?

Discover what astrobiology reveals about extraterrestrial life. Explore how scientists search for aliens on Mars and beyond with expert insights into the field's most compelling discoveries.

NGC 1300, a barred spiral galaxy with prominent arms and central bar structure.

In this episode of Star Stuff, Hailey chats with astrobiologist Dr. Bonnie Baxter and Lowell Public Program Educator Juan Ruiz about astrobiology. How did they get into the field? What might life look like on other planets? What do Mars and the Great Salt Lake have in common?