MY FAVOURITE DARK MATTER MODEL II

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Goal of the meeting

Dark matter is a long outstanding problem in modern astrophysics and one of the biggest mysteries physicists are currently struggling to understand. Its presence throughout the Universe is inferred by its gravitational effects on normal matter. More specifically, two observational aspects, namely, the behaviour of the galactic rotation curves and the mass discrepancy in clusters of galaxies led to the necessity of considering the existence of dark matter at a galactic and extra-galactic scale. Physicists have taken different paths to approach this problem. One of the leading lines of research is to look for new matter in the form of yet unknown particles. However, a promising avenue of research is to consider modifications of General Relativity, such as the presence of higher order curvature terms which seems to provide us with an elegant geometric interpretation of the dark matter problem. Each of these paths are then divided in many sub-paths with a plethora of research lines.

This workshop has the goal of bringing together researchers, both from theory and experiment, with different views on the dark matter issue, to be presented during the talks and discussed throughout the breaks. Hopefully we may all learn from each other and foster new ideas into understanding the perplexing nature of the dynamics of the Universe and of gravity itself.

The Azores Islands

"Rich in culture, abundant in wildlife and one of the best whale watching spots in the world, the Azores, set of 9 Portuguese islands, is an archipelago of lush green volcanic islands. The Azores lie at the heart of the North Atlantic, their remote location offering visitors access to an unspoiled paradise. The huge array of activities offered means you could be visiting a UNESCO Heritage Site one day, walking up a snow-capped mountain and soaking in thermal rock pools the next, then swimming with wild dolphins and watching sperm whales the day after. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast, nature lover or just want to relax on a beautiful, exotic island, the Azores has something for you."

From Visit Azores.

Format of the meeting

The workshop will be held at Universidade dos Açores, in the city of Angra do Heroísmo (island of Terceira). All talks will be 20 minutes long with 10 minutes for discussion.  

Abstract Submission

Please submit your abstract to rasantos_AT_fc.ul.pt if you want to give a talk. Abstract submission deadline is January 31, 2027.

Accommodation

You have to book your room. Terceira is very busy during Easter holidays, so please book your room as soon as possible. Flights can also become very expensive as we approach the event.

Where to stay. 

Fee

Conference fee is 200 EUR. Students have a reduced fee of 150 EUR. The fee includes coffee breaks, the conference dinner, and an afternoon excursion to a destination on the island yet to be decided.

All prices shown include taxes. Prices will increase to 250 EUR (200 for students) on March 1, 2027.

Accompanying person

The fee for an accompanying person is 80 EUR. It covers coffee breaks and the conference dinner.

Payment

The conference fee shoud be paid by bank transfer.

Note: Please send confirmation of payment to rasantos_AT_fc.ul.pt, indicating your registration number (which is generated automatically upon registration) to identify the payment. Inscriptions are considered valid only after confirmation of payment.

Cancellation and refunds

Refunds are possible if you cancel your registration until 31st January 2027. After this date the refunds are not possible. To request a refund, please contact the Organising Commitee at rasantos_AT_fc.ul.pt.

Organising Committee

• Nuno Barros e Sá.          Universidade dos Açores

• Cláudio Gomes.              Universidade dos Açores

• Francisco Lobo.              Universidade de Lisboa

• Rui Santos.                      CFTC & Universidade de Lisboa

• Miguel Tavarela.              Universidade dos Açores