The universe’s origins may be more complex than the Big Bang suggests. A new theory proposes that our universe actually “bounces” between phases of contraction and expansion. This concept, known as non-singular matter bouncing cosmology, offers a potential explanation for the existence of dark matter, one of the universe’s most enduring mysteries.
According to this theory, the universe contracted to an incredibly small size before rebounding into the current expansion phase we observe. During this contraction phase, the immense density of matter led to the formation of primordial black holes, which could be the source of dark matter.
Dark matter, invisible to telescopes, makes up approximately 80% of all matter in the universe. Scientists are still trying to unravel its true nature. The bouncing universe model presents a compelling hypothesis that could be tested in the near future.
Researchers behind the theory calculated that the gravitational waves generated during the formation of these primordial black holes could be detected by upcoming gravitational wave observatories like LISA and the Einstein Telescope. If these gravitational waves are found, it would provide strong evidence for the bouncing universe model and its potential to explain the origin of dark matter.
This exciting prospect offers a new direction in the search for dark matter and challenges our understanding of the universe’s origins. While the technology to confirm this hypothesis is still under development, the potential for a groundbreaking discovery in the coming years is significant.
