Dark Energy Dynamics: Universe's Mysterious Force in Flux

Recent analysis of data from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument has revealed that the universe's mysterious dark energy is changing over time. Contrary to previous hypotheses, it appears to have weakened. This forms part of a larger study investigating cosmic history, involving millions of galaxies and galactic cores.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-03-2025 02:29 IST | Created: 21-03-2025 02:29 IST
Dark Energy Dynamics: Universe's Mysterious Force in Flux
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The boundaries of cosmic understanding are being pushed with new findings about dark energy, the force behind the universe's accelerated expansion. Latest data from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument shows changes in dark energy, suggesting it has weakened over time, not remained constant as was previously assumed.

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(With inputs from agencies.)

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