
David Catling
David Catling is an astronomer at the University of Washington, known for his research on planetary atmospheres and the potential habitability of exoplanets. He collaborates with other scientists, including Kevin Zahnle, to explore the implications of the cosmic coastline for life beyond Earth.
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David Catling has written about the implications of finding microbial life on Mars and its significance for understanding life in the galaxy.
The great silence: why haven’t we found any aliens yet? | Alien lifeThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-08-11
David Catling, an astronomer at the University of Washington, is mapping the different forms that the cosmic coastline can take.
Cientistas desenham o mapa para caçar vida extraterrestre no espaçoO Estado de S. Paulo (Estadão)·
Liechtenstein· 2025-04-19

















