Dark Matter Astrophysics

Details Dark Matter Astrophysics Dark Matter Astrophysics

2009-07-10

arxiv.org/abs/0907.1912v1

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astrophysics

Cosmology and Extragalactic Astrophysics

Based on lectures given by MK at the Villa Olmo School on "The Dark Side of the Universe," 14--18 May 2007 and by KS at the XI

Scientific paper

These lectures are intended to provide a brief pedagogical review of dark matter for the newcomer to the subject. We begin with a discussion of the astrophysical evidence for dark matter. The standard weakly-interacting massive particle (WIMP) scenario--the motivation, particle models, and detection techniques--is then reviewed. We provide a brief sampling of some recent variations to the standard WIMP scenario as well as some alternatives (axions and sterile neutrinos). Exercises are provided for the reader.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

No associations

Rating

Dark Matter Astrophysics does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.

If you have personal experience with Dark Matter Astrophysics, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Dark Matter Astrophysics will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-619652