Imagine there's an advanced technological civilization hiding right here on Earth, possibly deep underground, using UFOs, or even disguising themselves as everyday humans. That's the intriguing hypothesis put forward by a group of researchers from Harvard and Montana Technological University. Their new paper delves into the possibility that sightings of "Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena" (UAP) might be the result of intelligent beings concealing their presence on Earth or its near environs, such as the Moon, or even blending in among us.
This idea of hidden "cryptoterrestrials" is, admittedly, highly speculative and likely to be met with skepticism by many scientists. However, the researchers argue that the theory warrants consideration with an open mind.
Interest in UFO sightings, especially those reported by military personnel, has surged in recent years. This peaked last summer when David Grusch, a former Air Force intelligence officer, testified before Congress, claiming the US had recovered alien spacecraft. Despite numerous Pentagon reports, concrete evidence of extraterrestrial life remains elusive.
Undeterred, the Harvard researchers propose several possibilities. One is that a remnant of an ancient advanced human civilization is observing us. Another theory suggests an intelligent species, perhaps evolving from intelligent dinosaurs, is hiding from us. They even entertain the idea that these beings could have traveled from another planet or time period, or might be more "magical" than technological, akin to "earthbound angels."
They also explore the possibility that UFO sightings, particularly those involving objects entering or exiting underground access points like volcanoes, could indicate these beings reside in hidden underground or underwater bases. Former House Representative Mike Gallagher echoed a similar sentiment, suggesting an ancient civilization might be revealing itself now.
The researchers also speculate that these beings could be taking on non-human forms, such as other primates or reptiles, and might even be hiding on the Moon. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has suggested that ancient civilizations could have lived on planets like Mars or Earth at different times, unaware of each other's existence.
While these hypotheses are far-fetched and should be approached with skepticism, the researchers argue that they should remain on the table as we seek to understand the ongoing mystery of UAPs.
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