Sara Seager: The search for planets beyond our solar system

The video explores the search for exoplanets, planets orbiting stars beyond our solar system. It discusses the potential for life on these planets, the study of their atmospheres, and the challenges faced in exoplanet research. The speaker highlights the importance of finding Earth-like planets and the technological advancements needed to study them. The video concludes with a Q&A session addressing skepticism in the scientific community and the future of exoplanet exploration.

What gases are scientists looking for in the atmospheres of exoplanets to indicate the presence of life?

How does the concept of a starshade contribute to the search for exoplanets?

What is the significance of the 'pale blue dot' photograph taken by Voyager 1?

What future advancements are expected in the search for Earth-like planets?