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Astrophysics and Cosmology
Astrobiology
1. Introduction to Astrobiology
2. Cosmic Evolution and Chemical Foundations
3. Planetary System Formation and Architecture
4. Life on Earth: Origins and Evolution
5. Habitability and Planetary Environments
6. Solar System Astrobiology
7. Exoplanets and Astrobiology
8. Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence
9. Astrobiology Mission Design and Technology
10. Planetary Protection and Ethics
11. Astrobiology and Society
12. Future Directions in Astrobiology
10.
Planetary Protection and Ethics
10.1.
Forward Contamination Prevention
10.1.1.
Spacecraft Sterilization
10.1.1.1.
Heat Treatment
10.1.1.2.
Chemical Sterilization
10.1.1.3.
Radiation Sterilization
10.1.2.
Bioburden Assessment
10.1.3.
Clean Room Protocols
10.1.4.
Mission Categories
10.2.
Backward Contamination Prevention
10.2.1.
Sample Containment
10.2.2.
Quarantine Facilities
10.2.3.
Risk Assessment
10.2.4.
Containment Protocols
10.3.
International Frameworks
10.3.1.
COSPAR Guidelines
10.3.2.
Outer Space Treaty
10.3.3.
Planetary Protection Officer
10.3.4.
International Cooperation
10.4.
Ethical Considerations
10.4.1.
Rights of Extraterrestrial Life
10.4.2.
Environmental Stewardship
10.4.3.
Scientific Responsibility
10.4.4.
Cultural Impact Assessment
10.4.5.
Indigenous Rights Analogies
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