Description: (American astronomer)
Frank Drake, an American astrophysicist and astrobiologist, is well-known for his groundbreaking contributions to the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI). Initially a radio astronomer focusing on planets and pulsars, Drake expanded his research to include SETI. He is credited with developing the renowned Drake equation, which aims to estimate the potential presence of intelligent civilizations in the universe. Drake also collaborated with Carl Sagan on significant projects such as the Pioneer plaque and the Voyager record, and he was responsible for designing the Arecibo message in 1974. Throughout his career, Drake worked at various prestigious institutions.