The Genesis of Finding Other Earths Beyond the Solar System

Explore the fascinating journey of exoplanet discovery in this 52-minute lecture delivered by Alexandre Santerne at the RED Astrobiology training school, focusing on humanity's quest to find Earth-like planets beyond our Solar System. Learn about the methodologies, technological advances, and scientific breakthroughs that have enabled astronomers to detect and characterize distant worlds, potentially harboring conditions similar to those on Earth. Delve into the historical context, current detection techniques, and future prospects of exoplanet research as presented by a leading expert in the field of exobiology.