Frank Drake

Frank Drake is an American astrophysicist and astronomer best known for his work in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI). He developed the Drake Equation, a formula that estimates the number of active, communicative extraterrestrial civilizations in our galaxy. This equation takes into account factors such as the rate of star formation, the fraction of stars with planets, and the likelihood of life developing on those planets. Drake's work has significantly influenced our understanding of potential life beyond Earth and has sparked ongoing discussions about humanity's place in the universe.