UW Astrobiology Courses

Dark Life - The Strange Chemistries of Cave Geomicrobiology

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Discover the fascinating world of cave geomicrobiology and the unique chemical processes that sustain life in Earth's darkest environments with expert Hazel Barton.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Effects of Stellar Flare Particles on Potentially Habitable Exoplanet Atmospheres Around M Dwarfs

Explore how stellar flares from M dwarf stars affect atmospheric conditions and potential habitability of nearby exoplanets through advanced climate and photochemical modeling techniques.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cultivating and Sequencing Microbial Communities from Oxygen Minimum Zones - Insights into Mixotrophic Bacteria

Explore microbial communities in ocean oxygen minimum zones, focusing on DNA sequencing and cultivation techniques to understand their role in global biogeochemical cycles and Earth's evolutionary history.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Technosignatures - Exploring a Weird and Wonderful Corner of Astrobiology

Explore the fascinating world of technosignatures in astrobiology with SETI Institute's Dr. Sheikh as she reveals potential signs of extraterrestrial technological activity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Space Observatories - Learning Lessons from Yesterday to Build the Systems of Tomorrow

Explore the engineering principles and lessons learned in developing next-generation space telescopes with insights from Dr. Arenberg's expertise in flagship observatory design.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Astrobiology Research Rotation and Solar Eclipse Experiences - UW Colloquium

Explore graduate research in astrobiology and firsthand accounts of the 2024 total solar eclipse from UW Astrobiology members in this engaging colloquium.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Paleoenvironmental Context in Searching for Past Life on Mars

Explore the paleoenvironmental context for seeking evidence of ancient life on Mars with Dr. Kathleen Campbell's insightful presentation on astrobiology and planetary exploration.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Photochemical Stability and Reactivity of Prebiotic Molecules Under Ceres-Like Conditions

Explore prebiotic organic material stability and reactivity under Ceres-like conditions, with implications for astrobiology and future mission planning.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Expanding the Agnostic Biosignature Toolkit: Estimating Molecular Assembly with GC-MS

Explore techniques for detecting extraterrestrial life using molecular assembly theory and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, focusing on agnostic biosignatures and analytical challenges.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Predicting Outgassing Rates for L 98-59 b with an Interior Model - Astrobiology Research Presentation

Explore interior modeling of L 98-59 b to predict outgassing rates and atmospheric composition, supporting JWST exoplanet observations and characterization efforts.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Coupling Planetary and Ecosystem Modeling to Assess Habitability and Inhabitation

Explore innovative approaches to assess planetary habitability and potential life, combining atmospheric, interior, and ecosystem modeling for various celestial bodies in our solar system and beyond.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Origin of Biological Homochirality by Crystallization of an RNA Precursor on a Magnetic Surface - Astrobiology Colloquium Spring 2024

Explore the origin of biological homochirality through crystallization of RNA precursors on magnetic surfaces, uncovering potential pathways to life's molecular asymmetry.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Microbial Iron Acquisition and Adaptations at Hydrothermal Vents

Explore microbial adaptations for iron acquisition in hydrothermal vents, focusing on siderophores and their role in maintaining bioavailable iron in deep-sea ecosystems.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

DART: Successful Deflection of an Asteroid by a Kinetic Impactor

Explore NASA's groundbreaking DART mission, its successful asteroid deflection, and the implications for planetary defense strategies. Gain insights into the mission's dynamics and future follow-up plans.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Searching the SETI Ellipsoid

Explore the concept of the SETI Ellipsoid and its role in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence with Astrobiology/Astronomy expert Jim Davenport.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video