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The Drake Awards is the SETI Institute’s premier celebration of bold ideas, transformative discovery, and humanity’s enduring question: Are we alone in the universe?
This signature evening brings together scientists, industry leaders, STEM students, and space enthusiasts for an unforgettable night to celebrate discovery, spark new ideas, and honor the pioneers shaping the future of astrobiology and the search for life beyond Earth.
This year’s ceremony will feature Molly Bentley and Seth Shostak of the Big Picture Science podcast as hosts, bringing their signature curiosity and scientific insight to the stage.
🔭 Engage with leading voices in SETI, astrobiology, planetary science, and more.
🥂 Enjoy an elegant cocktail reception and gala dinner.
🚀 Celebrate groundbreaking achievements in discovery and exploration.
✨ Connect directly with scientists and supporters advancing humanity’s search for life in the cosmos.
💫 Meet the next generation of groundbreaking scientists who will drive the future of research and discovery.
The Drake Awards is more than a ceremony. It’s a gathering of the community driving one of science’s most profound pursuits. Seats are limited, and this is an evening you won’t want to miss.
About the Drake Award
The SETI Institute’s Drake Award honors exemplary contributions to SETI and astrobiology through scientific research and/or space exploration. Named for Frank Drake, whose Drake Equation first outlined the factors necessary for life and technological civilizations to emerge, the award recognizes those expanding our understanding of life in the universe.
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