SRS #137 | Avi Loeb - Detecting Remnants of Alien Technology in Space

Avi Loeb is a prominent theoretical physicist and astrophysicist recognized for his contributions to our understanding of black holes, the early universe, and the search for extraterrestrial life. He has held the position of Frank B. Baird, Jr. Professor of Science at Harvard University, where he has led groundbreaking research initiatives and taught future generations of scientists. His work spans a range of topics, including the formation of the first stars and the nature of cosmic phenomena, earning him numerous accolades and a strong reputation in the scientific community.

In 2020, Loeb founded the Galileo Project at Harvard, an ambitious initiative aimed at systematically searching for evidence of extraterrestrial technological artifacts. The project seeks to collect and analyze data from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and other unexplained objects, employing a scientific approach to a topic often shrouded in speculation. Through the Galileo Project, Loeb aims to bring rigorous scientific inquiry to the search for extraterrestrial life, fostering collaboration among scientists from diverse fields and enhancing our understanding of the universe.