Astronomy on Tap Atlanta: Dark Matter – The View from the Frontier

Speaker: GSU Astrophysics Lecturer & Astronomy on Tap Atlanta Host Dr. Justin Robinson

Abstract: By our best theories of the cosmos, dark matter far outranks normal, ordinary matter in both its extent and gravitational dominance. Though it is a necessary component in accurately modeling the Universe, its true nature has remained stubbornly elusive. With this motivation, we have constructed new, premier observatories of unmatched coverage and resolution to break new ground on the dark matter frontier. So, what do our newest and best instruments of today have to say about dark matter?