A research team from Göttingen University has re-examined the skin of Dark Ronald XX and found no evidence of the PLOD1 mutation responsible for Warmblood fragile foal syndrome. The study suggests that the disease may have originated from a different genetic source, challenging previous theories.
Physicist Hai-Bo Yu at UC Riverside has been awarded a three-year grant to study Self-Interacting Dark Matter, a new theory that posits dark matter particles have strong self-interactions. The project aims to improve our understanding of dark matter and its role in galaxy distributions.
Researchers propose a kinetic misalignment scenario that strengthens the axion/dark matter equivalence. This novel concept answers key questions and provides new avenues for detection efforts.
A recent study reveals that ancient farmers' use of charcoal to fertilize the soil created a unique ecosystem in the Amazon, boosting biodiversity and supporting plant diversity. The 'dark earth' technique has left a lasting legacy in the region's mature forests.
The XENON1T experiment has observed a surprising excess of 53 events over expected backgrounds, sparking theories on potential sources such as tritium, axions, or altered neutrino properties. The solar axion hypothesis holds the most significance at 3.5 sigma, while other explanations remain consistent with data.
Researchers at Caltech propose a new approach to detecting dark matter using lighter-weight particles that can interact with magnons, excited electron spins. They suggest cooling equipment and moving it underground to detect these interactions.
A study found that Night Parrots' visual system is not well-adapted to life in the dark, contrary to expectations. Their eye size and optic nerves are similar to other parrots, with poor resolution vision, making it difficult to distinguish obstacles.
A new study has provided precise tests of dark energy and cosmic expansion by analyzing the distribution of galaxies in the Universe. The research uses a combination of cosmic voids and baryon acoustic oscillations, yielding more accurate results than previous methods.
Researchers from the University of Helsinki have found strong evidence for the presence of exotic quark matter inside the cores of the largest neutron stars in existence. The new results were published in Nature Physics and combined recent findings from theoretical particle and nuclear physics with astrophysical measurements.
JGU is welcoming renowned physicist Gilad Perez to Mainz to tackle the mystery of dark matter. His research aims to identify the nature of dark matter and develop innovative detection methods in the laboratory.
Researchers have found all of the missing 'normal' matter in the vast space between stars and galaxies, using fast radio bursts. The phenomenon allowed them to directly detect the missing matter, which is equivalent to only one or two atoms in a room the size of an average office.
The HHU physicists conducted a precision experiment to measure the electrical force between protons and deuterons using HD+ ions. They found no evidence of an interaction with dark matter, pushing down the upper limit of such interactions more than 20-fold.
Researchers have identified a non-protein coding 'dark matter' region of the genome that affects immune responses, revealing a key genetic switch that helps keep the immune system in check. This study provides insight into complex autoimmune and allergic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease and asthma.
Researchers propose refocusing dark matter detector efforts to seek out newly suggested types of dark matter signals that may have been overlooked. This includes absorption-related processes and energy signatures in the MeV range, which could be more common than previously detected signals.
Researchers at ICFO have successfully searched for axions, hypothetical particles thought to make up 80% of the universe's mass, using a new technique involving Bose-Einstein condensates. The study confirms the ability to detect short-range spin-dependent forces with much shorter ranges than previous experiments.
Physicists led by Rene Bellwied aim to understand the role of 'dark' matter in the universe's evolution. The team will analyze data from international experiments STAR and ALICE to study the transition from quark-gluon plasma to existing particles.
Researchers from KIT participate in the Belle II accelerator experiment to enhance understanding of dark matter in the universe. They have now limited mass and coupling strengths of the Z' boson with previously unattainable accuracy using initial data collected during the startup phase.
Researchers used satellite galaxies Draco and Fornax to test the self-interacting dark matter (SIDM) model, which explains diverse dark matter distributions. SIDM produces novel signatures in subhalos that differ from the prevailing Cold Dark Matter theory.
A new study by the T2K Collaboration confirms that neutrinos and antineutrinos behave differently, which could explain why matter persists over antimatter in the universe. This result brings scientists closer to answering the fundamental question of why the universe is dominated by matter.
Researchers found that commercially available baby foods lack dark green vegetable content and flavor, making it difficult for young children to develop a liking for these vegetables. The study suggests that fruit puree dominates the taste and flavor profile of these products.
The James Webb Space Telescope will study three dense clouds, known as infrared-dark clouds, to understand the formation process of massive stars. These clouds are thought to be raw dough before baking, providing a unique window into the environment needed for star birth.
Physicists Rees McNally and Tanya Zelevinsky have proposed two novel methods of searching for dark matter by measuring tiny perturbations in fundamental constants. These methods involve using gravity sensors and LIGO gravitational wave detectors to detect a small extra 'push' or acceleration on normal matter caused by dark matter clumps.
The Belle II experiment has analyzed a small amount of data collected during the start-up phase of SuperKEKB in 2018. The analysis did not provide any indication of the Z' boson, but it did limit the mass and coupling strengths of the particle with previously unattainable accuracy. This result does not rule out the existence of the Z' ...
Researchers have found a connection between the size and structure of galaxies and dark matter halos, using observations of faint galaxies around the Milky Way. They also discovered more evidence for the existence of Large Magellanic Cloud satellite galaxies, predicting an additional 150 or more very faint satellites awaiting discovery.
A new study from the University of Michigan and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has found no evidence that sterile neutrinos are dark matter. The research team used archival data from the XMM-Newton space X-ray telescope to search for signs of dark matter in the Milky Way galaxy, but their analysis yielded no results.
Researchers used a computer algorithm inspired by slime mould to create a three-dimensional map of the cosmic web structure in the local Universe. The analysis revealed that intergalactic gas is organised into filaments and detected at distances over 10 million light-years from galaxies.
Researchers develop new technique to analyze X-ray telescope observations of 'empty' space within Milky Way galaxy, finding no evidence for 3.5 keV line associated with dark matter decay. The study's results limit simple models of dark matter and pave the way for future discoveries.
Researchers used XMM-Newton space telescope data to search for a 3.5 keV X-ray emission line, a predicted signature of dark matter decay. No evidence was found, ruling out the signal strength by over an order of magnitude and challenging previous interpretations.
Researchers identify over 4,500 novel transcripts in fruit fly genome that regulate networks of genes and contribute to genetic disorders. These findings shed light on the 'dark' portion of human genome, which accounts for 98% of its content.
Researchers have found the first direct correlation between dark matter and gamma rays in the universe. The study used gamma ray data from Fermi Large Area Telescope and mapped it with weak gravitational lensing, providing insights into the nature of dark matter and its potential connection to gamma ray emissions.
Researchers have successfully mapped the cosmic web's filamentary structure using a slime mold-inspired algorithm, providing insights into dark matter's role in shaping the universe. The study revealed that denser regions of intergalactic gas are organized into filaments that stretch over 10 million light-years from galaxies.
Researchers at IAS and University of Michigan propose QCD axion as solution to cosmological excess of matter over antimatter. The QCD axion could explain three missing pieces of physics puzzle, including the strong CP problem and dark matter.
Researchers propose axion as solution to three mysteries: matter-antimatter asymmetry, dark matter, and the strong CP problem. The axion's rotation creates a tiny excess of matter over antimatter, explaining why we exist.
Engineers at MIT developed a small, mirrored chip that helps produce dark-field images without expensive components. The chip can be added to standard microscopes or hand-held microscopes to visualize difficult-to-image biological organisms.
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London discovered that bumblebees can find objects in the dark based on past experiences, a phenomenon called cross-modal recognition. This ability allows bees to form mental images of shapes despite limited sensory input.
A team of researchers proposes that gravitational waves could be evidence of a phase transition in the early universe, allowing for neutrino particles to reshuffle matter and anti-matter. This imbalance is thought to have prevented a complete annihilation of matter and anti-matter.
Researchers simulate condensate behavior during inflationary period, revealing gravitational disintegration mechanism. The simulation provides new insights into the formation of dark matter and potential predictions for cosmological observables.
Researchers suggest that axionic dark matter surrounding compact stars can prevent catastrophic magnetic field losses while allowing for abnormal rotation. This theory provides an alternative to previous understanding of rapidly rotating objects with strong magnetic fields.
Laura Sales, an assistant professor at UC Riverside, has received a $720,000 NSF CAREER Award to study dark matter content in dwarf galaxies. Her research aims to refine the Lambda Cold Dark Matter model and address questions about galaxy formation and evolution.
Researchers at the University of California, Davis used gravitational lensing to study dark matter's properties. They found that dark matter particles could be lighter and more rapidly-moving, which may affect galaxy formation.
Researchers discovered a correlation between the unresolved gamma-ray background and matter distribution in the distant universe, suggesting that dark matter could be a source of the faint cosmic glow. The study used data from the Dark Energy Survey and Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope to analyze the correlation.
The NSF Vera C. Rubin Observatory will conduct a vast astronomical survey, mapping the Milky Way and probing dark energy and dark matter. Vera Rubin's groundbreaking work uncovered the existence of dark matter, making this observatory a fitting tribute to her legacy.
The IKBFU scientists proposed a new theory suggesting that the 'Dark Energy' is not a mysterious entity but rather a manifestation of the universe's boundaries. They draw an analogy with the Earth, where we experience attraction due to gravity but also have no physical boundaries.
Researchers at Imperial College London have developed a new technique using powerful lasers and bright x-rays to capture information about extremely dense and hot matter. This breakthrough allows for unprecedented resolution and efficiency in studying warm dense matter, crucial for fusion power and astrophysics.
Researchers analyzed rotation curves of low-surface-brightness galaxies to discover a universal relationship describing dark matter's distribution. This result consolidates clues on dark matter's presence and behavior, opening up new scenarios for interactions with bright matter.
A study published in Nature Astronomy found 19 dwarf galaxies dominated by baryons at radii beyond their half-optical radius, challenging standard galaxy formation models. The results encourage a reevaluation of dark matter's nature.
Researchers at Colorado State University reveal that soil organic matter has two distinct components: particulate and mineral-associated organic matter, which differ in their origin, makeup, and persistence. Recognizing this diversity is essential for developing effective strategies to sequester carbon and promote soil health.
The James Webb Space Telescope will study dwarf galaxy companions to the Milky Way and Andromeda, gaining insights into galaxy formation and dark matter. By measuring star motions, researchers hope to determine if some galaxies are grouped in a flat plane, which would have significant implications for understanding their formation.
Researchers at NIST have created a high-resolution camera with over 1,000 sensors to detect chemical signs of life on other planets and dark matter. The camera's success is crucial for future space-based telescopes and NASA's Origins Space Telescope project.
Scientists explore how dark matter influences antimatter, searching for clues that could link the two aspects of the universe. They use captured antiprotons to detect changes in spin precession frequency, which could indicate dark matter's presence.
Scientists investigate potential connection between antimatter and dark matter using laboratory experiments. They found no difference in interaction, setting new limits on fundamental physics.
WFIRST's wide-field surveys will study galaxy distributions and dark matter effects, providing new insight into its fundamental nature. The mission aims to fill gaps in understanding dark matter, tracing its role in galaxy formation and evolution.
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) has begun testing its capabilities, capturing light from distant galaxies and preparing to map 35 million galaxies across 1/3 of the sky. DESI aims to study 10 million stars in our galaxy, the Milky Way, tackling one of physics' most profound problems: the nature of dark energy.
Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz used a novel nuclear magnetic resonance technique called ZULF to search for dark matter. They found no evidence of ultralight dark matter particles with couplings above a particular threshold, ruling them out as possible candidates.
Researchers found that male deer's dark belly stains contain compounds revealing age, dominance, and physical condition. The intensity of these signals varies depending on the competitive context of the deer community.
Researchers propose a novel method to search for dark matter by harnessing the power of plasmas and magnetic fields. This approach, known as axion plasma haloscopes, enables the detection of dark matter in previously unexplored areas. By tuning into specific frequencies, scientists may uncover evidence of this elusive substance.
A team led by Prof Swati Singh is exploring the use of quantum systems to study astrophysical phenomena. They are developing smaller detectors that can be used to detect weak forces exerted by dark matter and gravitational waves, which could provide new insights into these mysteries.
Physicists at Mainz University have developed a new method to detect dark matter using cesium atom vapor and atomic spectroscopy. By searching in a previously inaccessible frequency range, they were able to formulate new restrictions on the nature of dark matter.
Researchers simulated galaxy formation in a 'fuzzy' universe, where dark matter is ultralight and quantum-waves-like. The simulation suggests galaxies would form in extended filaments with striated patterns, potentially illuminating the type of dark matter present today.
The US ATLAS Phase I Upgrade enables the detection of rare processes and sheds light on dark matter, dark energy, and antimatter asymmetry. The upgrades improve the trigger/data acquisition system, liquid argon calorimeter, and forward muon detector, allowing for more efficient data collection and analysis.