Dark Matter investigation by DAMA at Gran Sasso
Jun 6, 2013
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Abstract: (WSP)
Experimental observations and theoretical arguments at Galaxy and larger scales have suggested that a large fraction of the Universe is composed by Dark Matter particles. This has motivated the DAMA experimental efforts to investigate the presence of such particles in the galactic halo by exploiting a model independent signature and very highly radiopure setup in deep underground. Few introductory arguments are summarized before presenting a review of the present model independent positive results obtained by the DAMA/NaI and DAMA/LIBRA setups at the Gran Sasso National Laboratory of the INFN. Implications and model dependent comparisons with other different kinds of results will be shortly addressed. Some arguments put forward in literature will be confuted.Note:
- review article, 71 pages, 25 figures, 8 tables; v2: minor modifications. In publication on the International Journal of Modern Physics A
- 95.35.+d
- 29.40.Mc
- Dark matter
- direct detection
- annual modulation
- dark matter: direct detection
- galaxy: halo
- DAMA
- Gran Sasso
- sodium-iodide
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