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Astro Brief: Universal Glue

NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center

What is dark matter?

Scientists have come a long way in their understanding of physics, but at a certain scale, this begins to break down. Though measurable as a gravitational force, dark matter is imperceptible visually as it doesn't interact with light. Comprising 27% of the known universe, scientists are eager to learn more about it.

Join us this week as Mike delves into the mysterious subject of dark matter.

Astro Brief is a collaboration between KSMU, the Missouri Space Grant, and MSU's Department of Physics, Astronomy and Materials Science. Hosted by Dr. Mike Reed, Astro Brief focuses on astronomical events, the field of astronomy, and astronomy-related guests. It airs Thursdays at 9:45 am on KSMU.

Distinguished Professor of the Missouri State University Department of Physics, Astronomy and Materials Science.