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When should we listen for alien signals? Scientists turn to game theory

Finding a signal from an extraterrestrial civilization takes more than just pointing a telescope in the right direction. We may also need to listen at exactly the right time.

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Scientists at the SETI Institute are developing a new method to locate extraterrestrial signals by combining astronomy with game theory. The approach seeks to predict the timing of a potential message from another civilization, rather than simply searching for signals at any time. By modeling the strategic decisions of advanced societies, the team hopes to identify periods when a signal is most likely to be transmitted. This timing‑focused strategy could improve the efficiency of future SETI searches.

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