Frank Drake

Frank Drake is a renowned radio astronomer and scientist who made significant contributions to the field of astrobiology. He is best known for introducing the Drake Equation, a method for estimating the number of extraterrestrial civilizations in the galaxy. Drake has held various positions at universities and research institutions, including the University of California, Berkeley, and the SETI Institute. He has also been involved in several high-profile searches for extraterrestrial intelligence. Drake has received numerous awards for his work, including the National Academy of Sciences' Public Welfare Medal. He is currently retired and lives in California.