Could Neutrino Bursts Be the Key to FTL Communication in SETI Research?

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This discussion centers on the potential of neutrino bursts as a medium for faster-than-light (FTL) communication in the context of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI). Participants argue that if FTL communication is feasible, SETI should expand its search parameters to include neutrino bursts rather than solely focusing on electromagnetic radiation. The conversation highlights the possibility of detecting W bosons at 6.3 PeV as a promising avenue for research, suggesting that current funding limitations may hinder SETI's ability to explore these options.

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If FTL was true, shouldn't SETI start searching patterns also in neutrino bursts, and not scan as they do now, only electromagnetic radiation? Wouldn't it be wiser for an intelligent species to cut down transmission time, by sending messages using FTL particles?
 
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After a little more research, shouldn't looking for W bosons at 6.3 Pev be a good starting point?
 
I doubt SETI has anywhere close to enough money to do more than search EM.
 

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