The Dark Side of the Universe

with Michael Turner | Theoretical Astrophysicist | Bruce V. & Diana M. Rauner Distinguished Service Professor at the University of Chicago, Senior Strategic Advisor, The Kavli Foundation

In 1998, theoretical cosmologist Michael Turner coined the term “dark energy.” Since then, he has worked to combine cosmology and particle physics to understand the origin and evolution of the universe.
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Module 1

The 4% Universe

1.4 Vera Rubin and Dark Matter

office hours

1.5 Michael Turner Q&A

discussion

1.6 The 4% Universe

Module 2

Dark Matter

2.3 Dark Matter Candidates

office hours

2.4 Michael Turner Q&A

discussion

2.5 Laws and Observations

Module 3

Cosmic Expansion

3.5 Michael Turner Q&A

discussion

3.6 Center of the Universe

Module 4

Dark Energy

4.4 Michael Turner Q&A

discussion

4.5 Is Dark Matter Real?