Life in the universe
Subtitle: an assessment of U.S. and international programs in astrobiology
By: Committee on the Origins and Evolution of Life, Space Studies Board-- Board of Life Sciences, National Research Council
Publisher: National Academy Pres
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Washington, D.C
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Subjects: Exobiology; Life; Origin; Life on the other planets
Other titles: Assessment of U.S. and international programs in astrobiology
Description: An appraisal of U.S. and international programs regarding the detection of life in the universe by COEL. The review focuses on NASA's astrobiology programs including the 1998-1999 Astrobiology Roadmap, the astrobiology aspects of the 2000 Origins Roadmap and the year 2000 Office of Space Science Strategic Plan. A survey of similar initialtives conducted by other U.S. and foreign agencies is included as in an identification of enhancements to the U.S. program along with recommendations for coordination of NASA efforts with those of other parties.
Notes: Title from title screen.

Includes bibliographical references.

System requirements: computer with CD-ROM drive; Adobe Acrobat Reader.