What is the SETI program?

   The SETI Institute is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to “explore, understand and explain the origin, nature and prevalence of life in the universe”.

   

   SETI stands for the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. They use both radio and optical telescopes to search for  signals from so called aliens. Other research by the Carl Sagan Center for the Study of Life in the Universe aids to the discovery of extra-solar planets, potentials for life on bodies within the Solar System and the habitability of other places within our Solar System.       

   

     The SETI Institute’s public outreach include working with students and teachers in promoting science education and the teaching of evolution, working with NASA on exploration missions such as Kepler and SOFIA, and producing a weekly science program: Are We Alone?.