This National Science Foundation (NSF) Project Grant, awarded under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049), supports research at Drexel University to measure the mass distribution of dark matter in the universe. The $359,436 award, active from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2026, will enable the research team to analyze distortions in the shapes of approximately 100 million galaxies observed through the Dark Energy Survey. By interpreting these "cosmic flexion" signals, the team aims to infer the location and distribution of dark matter, which represents a fundamental question in cosmology. In addition to this technical research, the project will develop a cosmology summer school for high school students in Philadelphia. This work is expected to produce new scientific insights into small-scale cosmic structure and enable broader community use of the developed tools.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $359.4k | 7/31/23 |