Using the Hyper Suprime-Cam (HSC), a team led by Princeton University has studied the distribution of dark matter and found a discrepancy between the 'clumpiness' (S8 value) of dark matter in the present universe versus the early universe. This discrepancy could point to an unrecognized error or hin
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Scots are being invited to turn their eyes to the skies to celebrate all things astronomy and science with the Wigtown Festival Company s Big Bang 2020 event. After its cancellation in 2020 due to Covid-19 organisers made the decision to move the event online this year with more than 10 events lined up from the third and fourth of March. “Turning our attention to the universe, offers perspective and even comfort, said director Adrian Turpin. “There s never been a better time to look up and enjoy the night sky. “As well as offering diversion in the current crisis, we hope that Big Bang Week will introduce Galloway s unspoilt dark skies to a new audience and encourage them to visit when that s possible again.”