Dark Matter Research

Dark matter is a mysterious substance that makes up about 27% of the universe, yet it cannot be seen directly; it doesn’t emit light or energy. Scientists infer its presence through its gravitational effects on visible matter, such as galaxies and cosmic structures. Observations show that galaxies spin at speeds that would tear them apart if only visible matter existed, suggesting that unseen mass—dark matter—holds them together. Research includes studying cosmic background radiation, galaxy movements, and particle physics, aiming to understand what dark matter is and how it influences the universe's formation and evolution.