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Astrobiology, Aliens & Art

Did you know that space exploration involves more than just rocket scientists?

This will be a fun and different way to learn about the latest advances in space sciences and astronomy. It will help you understand more about our place in the Universe--and how scientists search for extraterrestial life!

Come join us and expand your perspectives about the whole Universe. Learn how your ideas about 'aliens' compare to what NASA astrobiologists are learning about life and habitats beyond Earth!

Margaret Race is an ecologist and astrobiologist who works with NASA and the SETI Institute. She's actively involved in planetary protection -- how to plan missions to the Moon and Mars that search study possible ET life and environments in ways that avoid harmful impacts -- on Earth and beyond.

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