Dr. Adam Frank, a leading expert on star evolution and a passionate "evangelist of science." Based at the University of Rochester, his research group utilizes advanced supercomputers to study stellar formation and demise. Today, Frank takes us on a journey into the search for technosignatures and habitability in exoplanets. Frank also teases a NASA concept that aims to use the sun as a gigantic lens for magnifying distant exoplanets. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion on the future of astrobiology and space exploration. We'll also discuss UAP and whether he believes the field merits study.===Chapters:00:00:00 - The Age of Other Civilizations00:03:37 - Life taking over planets00:07:10 - Techno Signatures: Merging Two Fields00:10:24 - Techno Signature of Solar Panels00:13:29 - Building the Habitable World's Observatory00:16:41 - Using the Sun as a Giant Lens to Observe Exoplanets00:20:13 - Searching for Techno Signatures00:23:36 - Neutrinos and Gravity Waves in Communication00:27:02 - Technological Advances in Interstellar Travel00:30:29 - Balancing an Open Mind in Scientific Exploration00:33:50 - The Giggle Factor and the UFO Conversation00:36:56 - The Importance of the UFO Conversation00:40:13 - The Importance of Transparency in Scientific Research00:43:28 - Assessing the Origin of Unknown Objects in the Sky00:46:51 - Evaluating Data and Engaging in Science00:50:31 - Safety Risk and UAP00:53:58 - A Conversation with Adam===Adam Frank is an American physicist, astronomer, and writer. His scientific research has focused on computational astrophysics with an emphasis on star formation and late stages of stellar evolution. His work includes studies of exoplanet atmospheres and astrobiology.Adam's "The Little Book of Aliens" is available everywhere now. ===Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast