Avi Loeb

Avi Loeb

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Israeli astrophysicist (1962-)

Mentioned in 7 videos
Born
February 26, 1962, Beit Hanan
Nationality
Israel
Affiliation
Harvard University, Institute for Advanced Study, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
Field
cosmology, astrophysics, black hole
Education
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Awards
Guggenheim Fellowship, Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Videos Mentioning Avi Loeb

Garry Nolan: UFOs and Aliens | Lex Fridman Podcast #262

Garry Nolan: UFOs and Aliens | Lex Fridman Podcast #262

Lex Fridman

An astrophysicist who actively investigates anomalous celestial objects like 'Oumuamua, taking a direct approach to data collection without waiting for government permission, and heading the Galileo Project.

Saagar Enjeti: Politics, History, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #167

Saagar Enjeti: Politics, History, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #167

Lex Fridman

Harvard astronomer, mentioned as someone who gained public recognition through podcasts, fostering interest in topics like UFOs.

Eric Weinstein: Difficult Conversations, Freedom of Speech, and Physics | Lex Fridman Podcast #163

Eric Weinstein: Difficult Conversations, Freedom of Speech, and Physics | Lex Fridman Podcast #163

Lex Fridman

Harvard scientist, mentioned in a discussion about Elon Musk and alien technology, highlighting some scientists' dismissive attitudes.

Lex Fridman: Ask Me Anything - AMA January 2021 | Lex Fridman Podcast

Lex Fridman: Ask Me Anything - AMA January 2021 | Lex Fridman Podcast

Lex Fridman

Professor of science at Harvard, whose thoughts on 'Oumuamua contributed to Lex's open-mindedness about extraterrestrial life.

Avi Loeb: Aliens, Black Holes, and the Mystery of the Oumuamua | Lex Fridman Podcast #154

Avi Loeb: Aliens, Black Holes, and the Mystery of the Oumuamua | Lex Fridman Podcast #154

Lex Fridman

An astrophysicist, astronomer, and cosmologist at Harvard, known for his work on 'Oumuamua and his open-minded approach to the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.

Tyler Cowen: Economic Growth & the Fight Against Conformity & Mediocrity | Lex Fridman Podcast #174

Tyler Cowen: Economic Growth & the Fight Against Conformity & Mediocrity | Lex Fridman Podcast #174

Lex Fridman

Physicist from Harvard researching Oumuamua, whose work is cited in the context of scientific curiosity and dismissal of unusual phenomena.

Lee Cronin: Origin of Life, Aliens, Complexity, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #269

Lee Cronin: Origin of Life, Aliens, Complexity, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #269

Lex Fridman

A Harvard astronomer known for his controversial theories about extraterrestrial objects. Lee Cronin views his claims as 'occult' but isn't entirely against exploring such possibilities.