The moment of first contact with extraterrestrials is a staple of science fiction. It usually involves a frantic scientist ...

Scientists are listening in on sperm whale conversations and studying Earth's strangest microbes to prepare humanity for first contact with extraterrestrial life.

Scientists have updated global guidelines for announcing possible evidence of intelligent alien life, aiming to prevent ...

Alien first-contact stories are a classic of science fiction, and they’re all the more fascinating because they can feel like ...