Dark Matter

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Dark Matter vs. Dark Energy: Two Invisible Rulers of the Cosmos

Dark matter and dark energy, comprising over 95% of the universe, are distinct invisible forces. Dark matter acts as cosmic glue, holding galaxies together through gravity, while dark energy drives the accelerated expansion of space.

Marcus Cole·November 7, 2026

The LZ experiment, a sophisticated dark matter detector located deep underground, glows with a faint light, symbolizing the search for elusive cosmic particles.

Physics & Quantum

LZ Experiment Detects Unexplained Signal, Hinting at Dark Matter

In a subterranean lab deep beneath the Black Hills of South Dakota, the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment recorded a single particle interaction that released 248 kiloelectronvolts of energy.

David Grossman·September 2, 2026

An artist's impression of a supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy, with subtle indications of surrounding dark matter clusters revealed by echo mapping.

Cosmos & Space

Echo map hints at dark matter clusters by supermassive black holes

In five of 14 observed galaxies, a new 'echo mapping' technique has revealed mass around supermassive black holes increases in a way visible matter alone cannot explain, strongly hinting at dense dark

David Grossman·June 21, 2026