Mysterious Glow in Milky Way Could be Evidence of Dark Matter
Researchers from Johns Hopkins University may have found a clue to prove the existence of dark matter.
A diffuse glow of gamma rays near the center of the Milky Way has puzzled researchers for decades. They have tried to determine whether the light comes from colliding particles of dark matter or quickly spinning neutron stars.
If excess gamma light is not from dying stars, it could become the first proof that dark matter exists.
New simulations suggest that both theories are equally likely, according to research published in the journal Physical Review Letters.
The discovery was made using data from the Milky Way, observed above the telescopes at Roque de los Muchachos on La Palma, Canary Island.
- Johns Hopkins researchers identified a mysterious diffuse glow of gamma rays near the center of the Milky Way.
- The glow could be evidence of dark matter or quickly spinning neutron stars.
- New simulations suggest that both theories are equally likely.
Author's summary: Researchers find clue to prove dark matter existence.