PhD defense: Jo Verwohlt

Title: 

Dark Matter Perspectives

Abstract:

Dark matter makes up most of the matter in the universe. It allows for the formation of galaxies, clusters, and large-scale structures, and acts as a gravitational glue to keep the structures together as the universe rapidly expands. Dark matter is a vital key to understanding the universe and our own creation. However, since dark matter is mystic in its essence and difficult to observe, the nature of dark matter is still to be explored. This thesis explores the behavior of dark matter at different scales and at different epochs in the universe. The thesis presents research at the intersection of theory and observations using a Monte Carlo Markov Chain (MCMC) approach for statistical analysis. It explores how the research and scientific concepts can be transformed into artworks as immersive, interactive experiences.

Supervisor:

Jens Hjorth

Assessment committee:

Steen H. Hansen (chair)

Annika Peter

Liliya LR Williams

Date and time:

27 August 2025, 17:00

Place:

Magrethe Bohr Auditorium, Niels Bohr Building. Jagtvej 132