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 Physics at Virginia

"Dark Energy: Taking Sides"


Rocky Kolb , University of Chicago
[Host: Peter Arnold]
ABSTRACT:
Dark energy appears to be the dominant component of the present mass-density of the Universe, yet there is no persuasive theoretical explanation for its existence or magnitude. While the simplest explanation might be Einstein's cosmological constant, there are other possibilities, including dynamical dark energy, modification of general relativity, or back reactions of inhomogeneities. After framing the dark-energy problem, I will discuss possible theoretical solutions, as well as an observational program to study the properties of dark energy.
SLIDESHOW:
Colloquium
Friday, February 26, 2010
4:00 PM
Physics Building, Room 204
Note special time.
Note special room.

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