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Encountering Life in the Universe: Ethical Foundations and Social Implications of Astrobiology
Roger Hargreaves
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Description for Encountering Life in the Universe: Ethical Foundations and Social Implications of Astrobiology
Paperback. "Encountering Life in the Universe" examines the intersection of scientific research and society to determine the philosophy and ethics of relating to the Earth and beyond. Editor(s): Impey, Chris; Spitz, Anna H.; Stoeger, William. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PGK; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 399.
Are we alone in the universe? Are the planets our playground to treat as we will, or do we have a responsibility to other creatures who may inhabit or use them? Do we have a right to dump trash in space or leave vehicles on Mars or the moon? How should we interact with other life forms?
Encountering Life in the Universe examines the intersection of scientific research and society to further explore the ethics of how to behave in a universe where much is unknown. Taking contributions from notable experts in several fields, the editors skilfully ... Read more
Are we alone in the universe? Are the planets our playground to treat as we will, or do we have a responsibility to other creatures who may inhabit or use them? Do we have a right to dump trash in space or leave vehicles on Mars or the moon? How should we interact with other life forms?
Encountering Life in the Universe examines the intersection of scientific research and society to further explore the ethics of how to behave in a universe where much is unknown. Taking contributions from notable experts in several fields, the editors skilfully ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Arizona Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
272
Place of Publication
Tucson, United States
ISBN
9780816528707
SKU
V9780816528707
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99-1
About Roger Hargreaves
Chris Impey is a University Distinguished Professor at the University of Arizona, USA. As Deputy Head and Academic Head of the Department of Astronomy, he runs the US's largest undergraduate majors programme in astronomy and the second-largest Ph.D. programme. His research centres on observational cosmology, gravitational lensing, and the evolution and structure of galaxies. Anna H. Spitz is ... Read more
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