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Standard Model of the Universe Withstands Most Precise Test by Dark Energy Survey
SLAC and Stanford astrophysicists made crucial contributions to the galaxy survey, showing that the universe clumps and expands as predicted by our best cosmological models.
Symmetry: 2016 year in particle physics
Scientists furthered studies of the Higgs boson, neutrinos, dark matter, dark energy and cosmic inflation and continued the search for undiscovered particles, forces and principles.
Symmetry: Our Galactic Neighborhood
What can our cosmic neighbors tell us about dark matter and the early universe?
Symmetry: Following LIGO’s Treasure Maps
Astronomers around the world are looking for visible sources of gravitational waves.
Symmetry: The Booming Science of Dwarf Galaxies
A recent uptick in the discovery of the smallest, oldest galaxies benefits studies of dark matter, galaxy formation and the evolution of the universe.
Dark Energy Survey Finds More Celestial Neighbors
Scientists on the Dark Energy Survey, using one of the world’s most powerful digital cameras, have discovered eight more faint celestial objects hovering near our Milky Way galaxy.
Dwarf Galaxies Loom Large in the Quest for Dark Matter
A batch of newly discovered satellite dwarf galaxies orbiting the Milky Way should help scientists better grasp the evolution of the universe while also honing in on dark matter's identity.
Researchers Create a New Map of Invisible Dark Matter
Dark Energy Survey scientists have released a detailed map of dark matter – crucial information for a better understanding of galaxy formation and dark energy.
Symmetry: Physics Madness
Which physics machine will reign supreme? Your vote decides.
Possible Rare Dwarf Galaxies Found Orbiting Milky Way
Reports by groups including Dark Energy Survey and Large Area Telescope scientists may provide new clues about the properties of mysterious dark matter.
