The Search for Dark Matter in Underground Laboratories - Plenary Session

Explore the ongoing search for Dark Matter in a captivating conference talk delivered by Elena Aprile from Columbia University. Delve into the mystery surrounding the nature of Dark Matter, which constitutes 85% of the Universe's matter. Gain insights into various experimental approaches employed over decades, including detectors on Earth and in space. Examine the potential for breakthrough discoveries in physics and cosmology through direct detection experiments. Learn about different detection methods used in underground laboratories worldwide, with a special focus on liquid xenon detectors that have demonstrated the highest sensitivity to date. Understand the significance of detecting a Dark Matter signal in ultra-low background terrestrial detectors and its implications for our understanding of the Universe.