Stubbs A recent convergence of observational results has led cosmologists to the surprising conclusion that not only is the Universe expanding, but that the rate of expansion is increasing. This can be thought of as anti-gravity between regions of the vacuum. It appears that the Universe at present is dominated by the gravitational effect of this mysterious Dark Energy. Distant supernovae (exploding stars) provide a means to map out the history of the expansion of the Universe, and can be used to distinguish between different scenarios for the physics that drives an accelerating expansion. This project will detect and monitor over 200 supernovae in order to test different hypotheses for the nature of the Dark Energy.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST)
Application #
0206329
Program Officer
Nigel Sharp
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2002-10-01
Budget End
2004-08-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2002
Total Cost
$1,200,000
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Washington
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Seattle
State
WA
Country
United States
Zip Code
98195