Scenarios about 'Arecibo Observatory'
The Arecibo Observatory was a massive radio telescope in Puerto Rico that operated from 1963 until its collapse in 2020, featuring a 305-meter spherical reflector dish. It made significant contributions to astronomy, planetary science, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, while also serving as a powerful symbol of scientific achievement in popular culture. In alternate history scenarios, the observatory often features as a focal point for first contact stories or as a facility with enhanced capabilities for detecting cosmic anomalies.
What If SETI Received a Signal?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) detected an unambiguous signal from an alien civilization, fundamentally altering humanity's place in the cosmos and our technological, social, and philosophical development.
What If The Arecibo Observatory Never Collapsed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the iconic Arecibo radio telescope in Puerto Rico was repaired rather than decommissioned, preserving a unique scientific instrument that might have continued making astronomical discoveries into the 2020s and beyond.