Latest about dark matter
This is the largest-ever galaxy cluster catalog. Could it reveal clues about the dark universe?
Astronomers have unveiled a new catalog of massive galaxy clusters, revealing new insight on the evolution of the universe.
Not-so-dark matter? Mysterious substance might leave red and blue 'fingerprints' on light
A new study suggests dark matter could subtly tint or polarize light, leaving faint color clues that next-generation telescopes might detect.
This might be the smallest clump of pure dark matter ever found
The discovery of what is potentially the smallest clump of dark matter ever seen strengthens the case for cold dark matter.
Information could be a fundamental part of the universe – and may explain dark energy and dark matter
An academic dives into using quantum physics to explore dark matter.
JWST compares gravitational lensing | Space photo of the day for Oct. 10, 2025
A compilation of various images from the James Webb Space Telescope shows the effects of gravitational lensing caused by dark matter.
The largest-ever simulation of the universe has just been released
The team behind Europe's Euclid space telescope just published the world's most extensive simulation of the universe, which maps an astonishing 3.4 billion galaxies.
A massive dark matter halo may explain the strange 5th point of this 'Einstein Cross'
Astronomers have discovered a rare cosmic alignment that may reveal hidden dark matter, offering a new way to study the invisible substance that makes up most of the universe.
Scientists say there's a 90% chance we could spot an exploding black hole in the next decade
New research suggests that if primordial black holes exist, there is a 90% chance our telescopes could detect one exploding in the next 10 years.
