Exploring Gravitational Lensing
NASA is set to enhance our understanding of dark matter with its upcoming Roman Space Telescope. This innovative instrument will investigate a fascinating phenomenon known as gravitational lensing. This occurs when a massive foreground galaxy magnifies the light from more distant galaxies behind it. Such effects, initially predicted by Einstein, offer a unique opportunity to study the universe’s hidden components.
The Roman Space Telescope will allow astrophysicists to observe these cosmic lenses in unprecedented detail. Its advanced capabilities will enable researchers to probe the distribution and effects of dark matter across the universe. By analyzing how galaxies distort light, scientists hope to uncover the secrets of the universe’s mass and energy composition.
