Proposal

RESEARCH

Research Topic: The topic of my research will include the benefits of the funding for the SETI program (Search for Extraterrestrial Life). The reason i chose this topic is because it is a subject that I am incredibly interested in and feel strongly about because I believe the results can benefit the world in the understanding of life.

Essential Question: What are the benefits to giving sufficient funding to the SETI program and will it develop a better understanding of life?

Prior Experience: The prior experience I have with this topic comes from personal interests in space exploration to find extraterrestrial life. I have researched on my own the basic understanding on the topic of astrobiology.

Research Benefits: I believe that everyone could gain a better understanding the importance of the search for intelligent life and why the funding will only increase the chances of success.

PROJECT

Intended project: For my volunteer work I will be assisting visitors at the Franklin Institute in their learning the importance of space and science in general.

Outcome: The results from my volunteering will help produce a better understanding of the importance of the science and how it will only benefit the world. It will help demonstrate my credentials for my ability to stress this topic

Strategies: My strategy for completing this project will be to participate in the volunteering aspect whenever I am able to.

Resources: The hours that are necessary for me to complete my project that the Franklin Institute requires is around 80 hours.