Class Central is learner-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

YouTube

How Observations May Tell Axions and WIMPs Apart

Galileo Galilei Institute via YouTube

Overview

Explore the intriguing world of dark matter candidates in this comprehensive lecture by Pierre Sikivie. Delve into the key differences between axions and Weakly Interacting Massive Particles (WIMPs), and discover how observational techniques can help distinguish between these two leading contenders. Learn about the latest theoretical developments, experimental approaches, and potential astronomical signatures that may unlock the secrets of dark matter composition. Gain insights into the ongoing scientific quest to unravel one of the universe's greatest mysteries and understand the implications for particle physics and cosmology.

Syllabus

Pierre Sikivie: "How observations may tell axions and WIMPs apart"

Taught by

Galileo Galilei Institute

Reviews

Start your review of How Observations May Tell Axions and WIMPs Apart

Never Stop Learning.

Get personalized course recommendations, track subjects and courses with reminders, and more.

Someone learning on their laptop while sitting on the floor.