ABSTRACT: While the Lambda-CDM cosmological model is remarkably effective at describing the Universe and its evolution as a whole, foundational questions remain. Where did the primordial fluctuations come from and why were they so uniform? What is causing the present-day …

Kirit Karkare (U.Chicago) “Pushing the Limits of Cosmology with Next-Generation Millimeter-Wave Telescopes” Read More »

Abstract:  Discovering the particle properties of dark matter is a global undertaking, necessitating many experimental approaches to cover the vast range of possible models. Massive particles such as WIMPs remain leading candidates, and may be within the reach of state-of-the-art …

Scott Kravitz (LBNL) “Pushing Dark Matter Detection to the Limit with Machine Learning and Solid Xenon” Read More »

Abstract: Despite nearly four decades of direct searches, the identity of dark matter in the universe is still unknown.  The hunt for dark matter is especially alluring because, not only is this abundant substance extremely elusive, it also holds promise: …

RPM – Physics Division | Aaron Manalaysay (LBNL) “Xe: The Element Designed to Detect Dark Matter” Read More »