Planetary Astrobiology
Planetary Astrobiology by Victoria Meadows, published by University of Arizona Press on July 7, 2020, is a comprehensive exploration of the interdisciplinary field of astrobiology. Spanning 592 pages, this book addresses fundamental questions about the existence of life beyond Earth, the origins of life on our planet, and the methodologies for searching for extraterrestrial life. It integrates knowledge from various scientific disciplines, including astronomy, biology, geology, physics, and chemistry, to provide insights into planetary habitability and the processes that govern it.
Readers will find a collection of contributions from over seventy-five international experts, organized into twenty chapters that serve as an accessible introduction for both newcomers and seasoned researchers. The book emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary studies in understanding solar systems and exoplanets, aiming to advance the exploration of life in the universe. By presenting current knowledge and fostering an interdisciplinary approach, Planetary Astrobiology seeks to enhance the dialogue between astrobiology, planetary science, and exoplanet research, paving the way for future discoveries in the search for life beyond our planet.
Official synopsis Publisher
Are we alone in the universe? How did life arise on our planet? How do we search for life beyond Earth? These profound questions excite and intrigue broad cross sections of science and society. Answering these questions is the province of the emerging, strongly interdisciplinary field of astrobiology. Life is inextricably tied to the formation, chemistry, and evolution of its host world, and multidisciplinary studies of solar system worlds can provide key insights into processes that govern planetary habitability, informing the search for life in our solar system and beyond. Planetary Astrobiology brings together current knowledge across astronomy, biology, geology, physics, chemistry, and related fields, and considers the synergies between studies of solar systems and exoplanets to identify the path needed to advance the exploration of these profound questions.
Planetary Astrobiology represents the combined efforts of more than seventy-five international experts consolidated into twenty chapters and provides an accessible, interdisciplinary gateway for new students and seasoned researchers who wish to learn more about this expanding field. Readers are brought to the frontiers of knowledge in astrobiology via results from the exploration of our own solar system and exoplanetary systems. The overarching goal of Planetary Astrobiology is to enhance and broaden the development of an interdisciplinary approach across the astrobiology, planetary science, and exoplanet communities, enabling a new era of comparative planetology that encompasses conditions and processes for the emergence, evolution, and detection of life.
FAQ
What is “Planetary Astrobiology” about?
Who is the author of “Planetary Astrobiology”?
When was “Planetary Astrobiology” published?
What is the ISBN for “Planetary Astrobiology”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
