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Charley Lineweaver

Researcher at Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and the Research School of Earth Sciences, Australian National University

Charles H. Lineweaver is an associate professor at the Australian National University’s Planetary Science Institute (PSI), a joint venture of the ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and Research School of Earth Science. His research involves analysis of the statistical distribution of exoplanets, the cosmic microwave background radiation, and cosmological prerequisites for the formation of terrestrial planets and life. Educated at Ludwig-Maximillians-Universität in Munich where he was awarded highest honors in physics, Dr. Lineweaver earned a Ph.D. in physics at the University of California, Berkeley in 1994.

He was a postdoctoral fellow at the Observatoire Astronomique in Strasbourg and, successively, a vice chancellor’s postdoctoral research fellow and Australian Research Council (ARC) fellow at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). He joined the UNSW faculty as a senior lecturer in 2002 and accepted his present position two years later.

A member of the editorial board of Astrobiology Magazine, he is the author of more than sixty papers published in scientific journals or in volumes of collected works.

Space Science Series

If we find ET, don't talk to it, says the man who wants to find ET

Nov 20, 2016 23:00 pm UTC| Science

The question of whether there is intelligent life elsewhere in the universe has been asked by people for many years. But if we hear something, should we answer? In the absence of any signal from them, should we try to...

Economy

FxWirePro- Major economic events for the day

Date Time Currency Event Actual Forecast Previous Fri Nov...

Global Currency Shuffle: Euro Dips, Yen Recovers, and Markets Await Key Economic Signals

The euro lost its shine against the US dollar due to strong US economic data and dovish comments from ECB members. It hit a fresh year-low yesterday and is hovering around that level. Yannis Stournaras from the European...

Fed's Goolsbee Expects Rates to Drop 'Fair Bit Lower,' Cautions on Slowing Cuts

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee said Thursday he anticipates interest rates will end up considerably lower within the next year. He cautioned that the Federal Reserve may need to decelerate rate cuts amid...

S&P 500 Climbs on Cyclical Stocks as Nvidia and Alphabet Diverge Amid Fed Speculation

The SP 500 rose 0.5% Thursday, fueled by cyclical stocks like financials and industrials, offsetting tech sector volatility. Nvidias robust demand contrasted with Alphabets sharp dip on regulatory concerns. Cyclical...

Trump Pressed to Protect EV Tax Credits Amid China’s Subsidized Electric Car Push and Regulatory Battles

Automakers representing General Motors, Toyota, and Volkswagen are pressing President-elect Donald Trump to protect EV tax credits, address strict emissions rules, and counter Chinas EV export subsidies. Industry leaders...

Politics

Donald Trump's Bold Move: Pam Bondi Is the Right Choice for Attorney General

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as the next Attorney General of the United States. This nomination follows the withdrawal of previous nominee Matt Gaetz amid allegations...

Bob Casey Concedes: McCormick's Victory Marks a New Chapter for Pennsylvania

Democratic Senator Bob Casey conceded the Pennsylvania Senate race to Republican challenger Dave McCormick on Thursday, November 21, 2024. This concession comes two weeks after the Associated Press projected McCormick as...

Donald Trump's Communications Director Calls Reporter a 'F*cking Dummy' Over Mar-a-Lago Ambulance Story

In a recent escalation of tensions between the Trump administration and the press, Steven Cheung, President-elect Donald Trumps designated White House Communications Director, directed a profane insult at journalist Andrew...

Staggering Poll Reveals: ‘72% of Americans Demand Trump Deport Criminal Illegal Aliens Immediately!’

A recent Harvard/Harris poll has revealed that a significant majority of Americans72%believe that President-elect Donald Trump should prioritize deporting illegal immigrants who have committed crimes. The data underscores...

Matt Gaetz's AG Bid Crumbles: 'No Support from Key GOP Senators,' Sources Reveal

Representative Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for U.S. Attorney General, citing insufficient support from pivotal Republican senators. The Florida congressman faced opposition from at least four GOP senators:...

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Nvidia's AI Production Bottlenecks Spark Debate as Demand Skyrockets Beyond Supply Limits

Nvidias AI chips face critical production hurdles, with soaring demand outpacing supply due to advanced packaging challenges. Analysts foresee persistent bottlenecks into 2025, reshaping the competitive...

Google Faces DOJ Pressure to Sell Chrome, Android, and AI Stakes to Fix Search Monopoly

The Department of Justice has urged a federal judge to make Google sell its Chrome browser and Android OS, among other remedies, to break its dominance in online search. The DOJ says drastic measures are needed to restore...

Bitcoin ETFs Hit $104 Billion, Outpacing Gold ETFs in Growth Amid Post-Election Market Optimism

Bitcoin ETFs achieved a record-breaking $104 billion in net assets, boosted by Donald Trumps presidential win and growing investor appetite for cryptocurrencies. With Bitcoin ETFs rapidly closing the gap with gold ETFs,...

5 Crucial Metrics Shaping Ethereum’s Next Move: Whale Activity and Network Growth in Focus

Ethereums price movement hinges on five pivotal indicators, including whale netflows and transaction growth, according to IntoTheBlock. Mixed signals emerge as ETH trades at $3,323, with long-term investors continuing to...

Bitcoin Soars Past $98,000, Catapults Satoshi Nakamoto Into World's Top 20 Billionaires

Bitcoin shattered records by surpassing $98,370 on Thursday, propelling its mysterious creator Satoshi Nakamoto into the ranks of the worlds wealthiest. With holdings of approximately 1.1 million BTC now valued at over...