Dark energy is the term scientists use to describe the cause of the accelerated expansion of the universe. Find out how a new analysis provides its most precise measurement yet.
Tag: Dark Energy
Dark Energy: Dark Matter Magnetism?
Dark energy is a hypothetical force that scientists rely on to explain why the Universe expands at an accelerating rate. Discover how a new theory challenges dark matter’s existence based on magnetism. (4:30 min read)
Last Journey Simulation Follows Matter Through Universe
The Last Journey Simulation used Mira, one of the world’s most powerful supercomputers, to model how mass flows through our Universe. Discover how it breaks ground for future cosmological studies.(4:00 min read)
Measuring Dark Energy Just Got Way More Precise
Measuring dark energy has always relied on supernovas. Find out about a more accurate technique and how it sheds light on this and other mysteries. (4:30 read time)
Dark Energy Mystery Solved by Fixing the Math?
Does correcting an error in the way cosmologists applied Einstein's equations solve the mystery we call Dark Energy?