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This timeline means that we are on the brink of discovery, one that could reshape humanity’s perception of its place in the universe. In short, the next few years will answer questions that have intrigued humankind for centuries: Is life on other planets a fleeting possibility? Or are we, in fact, part of a vast cosmic tapestry of living worlds?
As we stand at the edge of this anticipated new frontier, the hopes of humanity rest on the ambitious shoulders of the Extremely Large Telescope. In just a few short years, we may finally uncover whether life is indeed spread across the universe, illuminating our future in ways we can scarcely envision.