Particle Astrophysics & Cosmology (PAC)
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Symmetry: The Contents of the Universe
How do scientists know what percentages of the universe are made up of dark matter and dark energy?
DOE Approves Construction of 3-D Galaxy-mapping Project ‘DESI’
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument will measure light from 35 million cosmic objects for new insights into what causes the universe to expand faster and faster.
Physicist Trio Amplifies SLAC Research on Mysterious Forms of Matter
The scientists develop methods to study neutrinos from star explosions and search for unknown particles and forces with possible ties to dark matter.
Symmetry: The Most Important Website in Particle Physics
The first website to be hosted in the US has grown to be an invaluable hub for open science.
Symmetry: Dark Matter Evades Most Sensitive Detector
In its final run, the LUX experiment increased its sensitivity four-fold, but dark matter remains elusive.
Stanford, SLAC X-ray Studies Could Help Make LIGO Gravitational Wave Detector 10 Times More Sensitive
The goal: Develop high-tech coatings that make the detector’s mirrors less “noisy”.
Lost Satellite Revealed Black Hole Stirring Cosmic Brew, Thwarting Star Formation
Before Hitomi died, it sent back X-ray data that explain how turbulent motions may prevent cooling of hot gas.
Prototype of LUX-ZEPLIN Dark Matter Detector Tested at SLAC
A small-scale version of the future detector allows researchers and engineers to test, develop and troubleshoot various aspects of its technology.
Symmetry: 1,000 Meters Below
Meet the world’s deepest underground physics facilities.
SLAC Researchers Recreate the Extreme Universe in the Lab
Computer simulations and lab experiments help researchers understand the violent universe and could potentially lead to new technologies that benefit humankind.
