Alien probe: Are we alone? Is there any alien life or 'super civilisations' outside Earth? The premier institute in the US searching for alien life and intelligence has launched a new project that will look for low frequencies in intergalactic space, in the first probe of its kind.

SETI Institute - full form the Berkeley SETI Research Center and the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research - is going for an intergalactic search for 'technosignatures,' or signs of alien technology, at low radio frequencies - those at or under 100 MHz.

SETI stands for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence.

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The low frequency probe will cover 2,800 galaxies in one search, "of which 1,300 we know the distance to," said a release from the institute.

The study will use the Murchison Widefield Array (MWA), a low-frequency radio telescope located at the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory in Western Australia.

"Usually, the search for extraterrestrial intelligence has focused on signals within our galaxy. This new approach goes further, looking at distant galaxies, looks at distant galaxies, making it one of the most detailed searches for super civilisations—those more advanced than ours," said the SETI release.&nbsp;

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"This work represents a significant step forward in our efforts to detect signals from advanced extraterrestrial civilisations. The large field of view and low-frequency range of the MWA makes it an ideal tool for this kind of research," said Dr Chenoa Tremblay of the SETI Institute, who is leading the study.

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"The MWA continues to open up new ways of exploring the Universe for intelligent civilizations and technosignatures, while using the same data to study the astrophysics of stars and galaxies. This work is new and novel, but also paves the way for future observations with even more powerful telescopes,” said Prof Steven Tingay of Curtin University who is also the Director of the MWA leading the study.

This research highlights the importance of working together internationally and using advanced technology to expand our understanding of the Universe.

The SETI Institute, founded in 1984, describes itself as an institution leading humanity’s quest to understand the origins and prevalence of life and intelligence in the universe and to share that knowledge with the world.

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Alien probe: Are we alone? Is there any alien life or 'super civilisations' outside Earth? The premier institute in the US searching for alien life and intelligence has launched a new project that will look for low frequencies in intergalactic space, in the first probe of its kind.

Alien probe: Are we alone? Is there any alien life or 'super civilisations' outside Earth? The premier institute in the US searching for alien life and intelligence has launched a new project that will look for low frequencies in intergalactic space, in the first probe of its kind. SETI Institute - full form the Berkeley SETI Research Center and the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research - is going for an intergalactic search for 'technosignatures,' or signs of alien technology, at low radio frequencies - those at or under 100 MHz. SETI stands for Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. WATCH: Black hole 'moons' may signal advanced alien life × The low frequency probe will cover 2,800 galaxies in one search, "of which 1,300 we know the distance to," said a release from the institute. The study will use the Murchison Widefield Array (MWA), a low-frequency radio telescope located at the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory in Western Australia. "Usually, the search for extraterrestrial intelligence has focused on signals within our galaxy. This new approach goes further, looking at distant galaxies, looks at distant galaxies, making it one of the most detailed searches for super civilisations—those more advanced than ours," said the SETI release. Also read: Alien life may be hiding in purple hue of universe: Scientists "This work represents a significant step forward in our efforts to detect signals from advanced extraterrestrial civilisations. The large field of view and low-frequency range of the MWA makes it an ideal tool for this kind of research," said Dr Chenoa Tremblay of the SETI Institute, who is leading the study. Also read: Scientists to install nuclear-powered UFO detectors in space to lure aliens to Earth, claims expert "The MWA continues to open up new ways of exploring the Universe for intelligent civilizations and technosignatures, while using the same data to study the astrophysics of stars and galaxies. This work is new and novel, but also paves the way for future observations with even more powerful telescopes,” said Prof Steven Tingay of Curtin University who is also the Director of the MWA leading the study. This research highlights the importance of working together internationally and using advanced technology to expand our understanding of the Universe. The SETI Institute, founded in 1984, describes itself as an institution leading humanity’s quest to understand the origins and prevalence of life and intelligence in the universe and to share that knowledge with the world. (With inputs from agencies)

Alien search: SETI Institute launches probe for low frequencies across galaxies in first study of its kind

Aliens have long been a fascinating subject for humans. Innumerable movies, TV series and books are proof of this allure. Our search for extra-terrestrial has even&nbsp;taken us to other planets, albeit remotely. This search has progressed leaps and bounds in the last few years, but it is still in its natal stages. Global space agencies like the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and China National Space Administration (CNSA) have in recent years sent rovers to Mars to aid this search remotely. However, the accuracy of these random searches remains low.

To remedy this, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) Institute has been exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for finding extraterrestrial life on Mars and other icy worlds.

According to a report on Space, a recent study from SETI&nbsp;states that AI could be used to detect microbial life in the depths of the icy oceans on other planets.

In a paper published in Nature Astronomy, the team details how they trained a machine-learning model to scan data for signs of microbial life or other unusual features that could be indicative of alien life.&nbsp;

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Using a machine learning algorithm called convolutional neural networks (CNNs) a multidisciplinary team of scientists led by SETI's Kim Warren-Rhodes has mapped sparse lifeforms on Earth.&nbsp;Warren-Rhodes worked alongside experts from other prestigious institutions: Michael Phillips of Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab&nbsp;and Freddie Kalaitzis of the University&nbsp;of Oxford.

The system developed by them used statistical ecology and AI-detected biosignatures with up to 87.5 per cent accuracy, compared to only 10 per cent for random searches. As per the researchers, it&nbsp;can&nbsp;potentially reduce the search area by up to 97 per cent, making it easier for scientists to locate potential chemical traces of life.&nbsp;

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For testing their system,&nbsp;they initially&nbsp;focused on the sparse lifeforms that dwell in salt domes, rocks, and crystals at Salar de Pajonales at the boundary of the Chilean Atacama Desert and Altiplano.

Warren-Rhodes and his team collected over 8,000 images and 1,000 samples from Salar de Pajonales to search for photosynthetic microbes that may represent a biosignature on NASA's "ladder of life detection" for finding life beyond Earth.&nbsp;

The team also used drone imagery to simulate Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter's High-Resolution Imaging Experiment camera's Martian terrain images to examine the region.

They found that microbial life in the region is concentrated in biological hotspots that strongly relate to the availability of water.

Researchers suggest that the machine learning tools developed can be used in robotic planetary missions like NASA's Perseverance Rover. The tools can guide rovers towards areas with a higher probability of having traces of alien life, even if they are rare or hidden.&nbsp;

"With these models, we can design tailor-made roadmaps and algorithms to guide rovers to places with the highest probability of harbouring past or present life  — no matter how hidden or rare," explained Warren-Rhodes.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Aliens have long been a fascinating subject for humans. Innumerable movies, TV series and books are proof of this allure. Our search for extra-terrestrial has even taken us to other planets, albeit remotely.

Aliens have long been a fascinating subject for humans. Innumerable movies, TV series and books are proof of this allure. Our search for extra-terrestrial has even taken us to other planets, albeit remotely. This search has progressed leaps and bounds in the last few years, but it is still in its natal stages. Global space agencies like the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and China National Space Administration (CNSA) have in recent years sent rovers to Mars to aid this search remotely. However, the accuracy of these random searches remains low. To remedy this, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) Institute has been exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for finding extraterrestrial life on Mars and other icy worlds. According to a report on Space, a recent study from SETI states that AI could be used to detect microbial life in the depths of the icy oceans on other planets. In a paper published in Nature Astronomy, the team details how they trained a machine-learning model to scan data for signs of microbial life or other unusual features that could be indicative of alien life. Also read | Here's how Artificial Intelligence can help modern-day Goldilocks get a good night's sleep Using a machine learning algorithm called convolutional neural networks (CNNs) a multidisciplinary team of scientists led by SETI's Kim Warren-Rhodes has mapped sparse lifeforms on Earth. Warren-Rhodes worked alongside experts from other prestigious institutions: Michael Phillips of Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab and Freddie Kalaitzis of the University of Oxford. The system developed by them used statistical ecology and AI-detected biosignatures with up to 87.5 per cent accuracy, compared to only 10 per cent for random searches. As per the researchers, it can potentially reduce the search area by up to 97 per cent, making it easier for scientists to locate potential chemical traces of life. Also read | Up, Up, and Away!: Elon Musk’s SpaceX to try and launch ‘Starship,’ its most powerful rocket ever on Monday For testing their system, they initially focused on the sparse lifeforms that dwell in salt domes, rocks, and crystals at Salar de Pajonales at the boundary of the Chilean Atacama Desert and Altiplano. Warren-Rhodes and his team collected over 8,000 images and 1,000 samples from Salar de Pajonales to search for photosynthetic microbes that may represent a biosignature on NASA's "ladder of life detection" for finding life beyond Earth. The team also used drone imagery to simulate Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter's High-Resolution Imaging Experiment camera's Martian terrain images to examine the region. They found that microbial life in the region is concentrated in biological hotspots that strongly relate to the availability of water. Researchers suggest that the machine learning tools developed can be used in robotic planetary missions like NASA's Perseverance Rover. The tools can guide rovers towards areas with a higher probability of having traces of alien life, even if they are rare or hidden. "With these models, we can design tailor-made roadmaps and algorithms to guide rovers to places with the highest probability of harbouring past or present life  — no matter how hidden or rare," explained Warren-Rhodes. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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