Donations to the WhateSETI Support Fund will provide programmatic support to the WhaleSETI research team, which investigates and comprehends the intricacies of humpback whale communication as a unique avenue to contribute valuable data towards the determination of Drake's Equation Factor F. This will also support the WhaleSETI research team's efforts to understand these intelligent marine creatures, aid in their protection and conservation.
The mission of our research team is to systematically investigate and comprehend the intricacies of humpback whale communication as a unique avenue to contribute valuable data towards the determination of Drake's Equation Factor Fi. Through rigorous empirical studies, acoustic analysis, and behavioral observations, we aim to unravel the complexities of humpback whale vocalizations, seeking to discern patterns, meanings, and potential modes of interspecies communication. By integrating our findings into the broader context of Drake's Equation, we aspire to advance our understanding of the factors influencing the emergence of communicative intelligence in extraterrestrial civilizations. Through this interdisciplinary approach, our mission is to make significant strides in the quest to comprehend the prevalence and nature of communicative signals in the cosmos, ultimately contributing to the ongoing exploration of the potential for extraterrestrial life.
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Ms. Dominique Laqui, Director of Annual Programs
School of Veterinary Medicine - Office of Advancement
[email protected]
(530) 752-7024 (Phone)
Fund purpose
Department Support
Fund type
CURRENT