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The total mass of the early-type galaxy NGC 4649 (M60)
S. Samurovic, M. M. Cirkovic
In this paper we analyze the problem of the total mass and the total mass-to-light ratio of the early-type galaxy NGC 4649 (M60). We have used two independent techniques: the X-ray…
MOND vs. Newtonian dynamics in early-type galaxies. The case of NGC 4649 (M60)
S. Samurovic, M. M. Cirkovic
Context: Regarding the significant interest in both dark matter and the application of MOND to early-type galaxies, we investigate the MOND theory by comparing its predictions, for…
Against the Empire
Milan M. Cirkovic
It is argued that the "generic" evolutionary pathway of advanced technological civilizations are more likely to be optimization-driven than expansion-driven, in contrast to the pre…
On The Timescale Forcing in Astrobiology
B. Vukotic, M. M. Cirkovic
We investigate the effects of correlated global regulation mechanisms, especially Galactic gamma-ray bursts (GRBs), on the temporal distribution of hypothetical inhabited planets,…
Evolutionary Catastrophes and the Goldilocks Problem
Milan M. Cirkovic
One of the mainstays of the controversial "rare Earth" hypothesis is the "Goldilocks problem" regarding various parameters describing a habitable planet, partially involving the ro…
Macroengineering in the Galactic Context: A New Agenda for Astrobiology
Milan M. Cirkovic
We hereby consider the problem of detectability of macro-engineering projects over interstellar distances, in the context of Search for ExtraTerrestrial Intelligence (SETI). Freema…