A 72-second interstellar signal detected in 1977 is considered by many to be the most compelling evidence of extraterrestrial communication.
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A 72-second interstellar signal detected in 1977 is considered by many to be the most compelling evidence of extraterrestrial communication.
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In 1977, radio astronomer Jerry Ehman detected a powerful signal while working at Ohio State University's Big Ear telescope. The transmission, lasting 72 seconds, became known as the Wow Signal and is often cited as a key piece of evidence for extraterrestrial communication. The documentary details the scientific methods used to analyze the signal and the debates that followed regarding its origins. Interviews with experts, including Michael Holstine and Karen O'Neil, reflect on the excitement generated within the scientific community and its lasting impact on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.
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Why Watch
- See Jerry Ehman discuss the Wow Signal's significance.
- Find out how the signal was analyzed by scientists.
- Meet experts reflecting on extraterrestrial communication.
Did You Know
- The Wow Signal lasted for 72 seconds.
- The signal was detected in Ohio by a team of radio astronomers in 1977.
- Jerry Ehman was the astronomer who first noted the Wow Signal.
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What year was the Wow Signal detected?
The Wow Signal was detected in 1977.
How long did the Wow Signal last?
The Wow Signal lasted for 72 seconds.
Who directed the documentary about the Wow Signal?
The documentary was directed by Bob Dawson.
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