scientists Develop Revolutionary Detector to Hunt for Ultra-Light Dark Matter
Zurich, Switzerland – In a groundbreaking advancement, physicists at the University of Zurich (UZH) have unveiled a novel detector capable of probing the elusive nature of dark matter with unprecedented sensitivity. The new technology opens a window into a previously inaccessible mass range,perhaps revealing the composition of the mysterious substance that makes up approximately 80% of the universe’s mass.
For decades, the nature of dark matter has remained one of the most significant unsolved mysteries in physics. While its gravitational effects are well-documented, directly detecting the particles that constitute it has proven incredibly challenging.Current detection methods,often relying on liquid xenon,are limited in their ability to register dark matter particles with masses lighter than an electron.
