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What Is Dark Matter? - With Peter Fisher

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Dark Matter Courses Astrophysics Courses Standard Model Courses Particle Physics Courses Universe Expansion Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the enigmatic world of dark matter in this 57-minute lecture by particle physicist Peter Fisher. Delve into the history of particle physics and the expanding universe, examining evidence from the Hubble Extremely Deep Field and various celestial objects. Investigate examples of dark matter's gravitational effects, including the Coma Cluster and Andromeda galaxy. Learn about the Standard Model of particle physics and its limitations in explaining dark matter. Discover cutting-edge research techniques like double beta decay experiments and the Cryogenic Dark Matter Search (CDMS). Gain insights into theoretical particles such as axions and their potential role in understanding the universe's hidden mass. Uncover the latest advancements in dark matter detection and their implications for our understanding of the cosmos.

Syllabus

Introduction
History of particle physics
Outline
Expanding Universe
Hubble Extremely Deep Field
Examples of Dark Matter
The Coma Cluster
The Schmidt Telescope
Andromeda
Standard Model
Galaxy
Particles
Double beta Decay
CDMS
Axions


Taught by

The Royal Institution

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