Exploring the Dark Universe - Challenges in Cosmology

Explore the mysteries of the Dark Universe in this captivating 59-minute lecture by Dr. Katrin Heitmann, Deputy Division Director at Argonne National Laboratory. Delve into the exciting field of cosmology as it enters a pivotal phase of scientific discovery. Learn about the Cosmological Standard Model and its two enigmatic pillars: dark matter and dark energy, which together comprise 95% of the Universe's mass-energy. Discover how next-generation observatories are paving the way for new insights into the nature of the Dark Universe. Understand the challenges posed by these observations, from managing massive datasets to developing sophisticated simulations on the world's most powerful supercomputers. Examine the complexities of interpreting cosmological data, including modeling uncertainties and statistical analysis methods. Gain a comprehensive introduction to the Dark Universe and the hurdles scientists face in unraveling its secrets. Explore how large-scale simulations will play a crucial role in extracting cosmological information from ongoing and future surveys, shaping our understanding of the cosmos.