Habitable Star Systems: Where Can We Find Maggie Turnbull's Catalogue?

Thread starter Mean-Hippy
Start date Feb 11, 2005

In summary, Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt is a database created by astronomer Maggie Turnbull that lists potentially habitable exoplanets. It uses the Earth Similarity Index (ESI) to assess a planet's habitability based on factors such as size, composition, and distance from its star. As of 2021, there are over 4,000 exoplanets listed in the database, with 50 being potentially habitable. This database is significant as it provides a standardized list for the search for extraterrestrial life. It can be accessed and used publicly for research and educational purposes, but credit must be given to Maggie Turnbull and the HabCAt team.

Feb 11, 2005

Mean-Hippy

Has anyone found a copy of the 30 Habitable Star System that astrobiologist Maggie Turnbull published ? I found tons of references for it but not the catalogue itself. If anyone can provide a link, that'd be great. Thank you !

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Feb 13, 2005

turbo

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Just go to her home page:

http://skye.as.arizona.edu/~turnbull/

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FAQ: Habitable Star Systems: Where Can We Find Maggie Turnbull's Catalogue?

1. What is Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt?

Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt stands for the Habitable Exoplanet Catalog, which is a database of potentially habitable exoplanets that was created by astronomer Maggie Turnbull.

2. How does Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt determine if a planet is habitable?

Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt uses a set of criteria, known as the Earth Similarity Index (ESI), to assess the habitability of a planet. This includes factors such as the planet's size, composition, and distance from its star.

3. How many potentially habitable exoplanets are currently in Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt?

As of 2021, there are over 4,000 exoplanets listed in Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt, with around 50 of these being classified as potentially habitable.

4. What is the significance of Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt?

Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt is significant because it provides a comprehensive and standardized list of potentially habitable exoplanets, which is an important step in the search for extraterrestrial life.

5. How can I access and use Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt?

Maggie Turnbull's HabCAt is publicly available on the internet, and anyone can access and use the database for research and educational purposes. However, proper credit must be given to Maggie Turnbull and the HabCAt team when using the data.