Analyzing Exoplanets and Building Community in Astrobiology

Explore the fascinating world of exoplanets and astrobiology in this hour-long NASA Astrobiology talk featuring Dr. Jessica Noviello, a planetary scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Dive into cutting-edge research on ultra-short period exoplanets, cryovolcanism on Charon, and the search for biosignatures on distant worlds. Learn about Dr. Noviello's diverse research background, including studies on asteroids, Europa, Venus, and Kuiper belt objects. Gain insights into the Professional Advancement Workshop Series (PAWS) for early career NASA scientists and discover opportunities in the field of astrobiology. Engage with audience questions covering topics such as faster-than-light travel, the possibility of alien life, missions to Europa and Venus, and the hypothetical Planet X. Receive valuable advice for aspiring astrobiologists and space enthusiasts in this informative and inspiring discussion hosted by Dr. Graham Lau as part of NASA's Ask An Astrobiologist series.