On this day in space! Aug. 15, 1977: Mysterious 'Wow!' Signal boosts search for E.T.
AI KEY TAKEAWAYS (TL;DR)
15, 1977, astronomers using Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope detected the famous "Wow
" signal, which remains unexplained to this day
Why it matters: Highlights progress and positive advancements shaping a better world.
On Aug. 15, 1977, astronomers using Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope detected the famous "Wow!" signal, which remains unexplained to this day.