In 1961 a single equation changed the way humanity thought about its place in the universe The Drake Equation set out to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Fred L. Smith Jr. Fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Andromeda Galaxy, M31, with the Lunt 80mm f/7 doublet apo ...

If the universe is full of habitable worlds, where is everybody?” A viral Reddit thread reignited the debate, mixing alien life theories with sharp critiques of humanity’s cosmic worth.

Some of our SETI Institute team members at Pixar Animation Studios. A new documentary film, recently released, celebrates first contact with aliens and highlights the importance of SETI research in ...