Is There Life Out There?

by Jeff Zweerink

Are we alone in the universe?

The question of possible companions in the cosmos has intrigued us for centuries, and all the while our speculations have relied exclusively on philosophical and theological ponderings. Today, however, breakthrough discoveries in astrophysics open a new vista built upon data from which we can approach this cosmic inquiry.

Astrophysicist and Christian apologist Jeff Zweerink describes these scientific advances and shows how they impact important elements of the quest to understand humanity’s place in the universe. Is There Life Out There? explores new ways to probe the question of whether life on Earth is unique. This book presents a scientific and biblical case that both the existence of a planet capable of hosting life and the introduction of life onto such a planet would require a Creator’s intervention.

Genres: Christian, Science

194 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2017

About the author

Astrophysicist Jeff Zweerink is a senior research scholar at Reasons to Believe (RTB). He earned a BS in physics and a PhD in astrophysics from Iowa State University with a focus on gamma rays. Postdoctoral research in gamma rays led him to the University of California, Riverside.

Zweerink still holds a part-time project scientist position at UCLA and is working on GAPS, a balloon experiment seeking to detect dark matter. He is also a coauthor of more than 30 academic papers published in peer-reviewed journals such as Astrophysical Journal, Astroparticle Physics, and Astrobiology.

Reviews

[Jeff Bailey · Rating 5 out of 5]

For me It There Life Out There by Jeff Zweerink was fascinating. The narrative addresses several widely diverse, highly scientific subjects related to the question of life beyond our solar system. However, Zweerink did a superb job of presenting the material in a manner that should be understandable to the general reader. I’m a retired scientist and I learned several interesting concepts concerning the possibility of extra-terrestrial life. My compliments and five stars to Jeff Zweerink and his book, Is There Life Out There. Jeff Bailey, author of Not On My Watch.

[Pam Mooney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thoughtful and well researched! I love the Scientific and Biblical perspective in a single volume.
Plenty of data and references to be perused as this volume motivated me to want to read more. I enjoyed that Dr. Zweerink was able to bring in new discoveries in astrophysics without losing me as I don't have any experience on the topic. A great discussion and reasoned argument on a topic that many feel strongly about - a good read.

[Bryce Eickholt · Rating 5 out of 5]

A nice balanced overview of where exoplanet research is and how it affects the christian and naturalistic worldviews.

[Bradley Gronski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exactly what I was looking for and I just so happened to win it on a goodreads giveaway! Thanks for the signed copy!