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How Scientists Are Predicting Where Aliens Might Contact Earth

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What if the search for alien intelligence could be guided by predicting where extraterrestrial civilizations might choose to send a message?

Researchers at the SETI Institute are applying game theory to identify potential cosmic communication hotspots, using a strategy that could help focus radio telescope observations. Their approach offers a new way to tackle one of astronomy's biggest unanswered questions: where and when should we listen?

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