Lars Bergström (physicist)

Lars Bergström is a Swedish theoretical physicist specializing in astroparticle physics and cosmology, particularly dark matter. He is a professor at Stockholm University and has held prominent positions within the Oskar Klein Centre for Cosmoparticle Physics.

Bergström's research focuses on the theoretical aspects of dark matter, including its indirect detection through gamma rays, neutrinos, and antimatter. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of dark matter annihilation and decay processes and their potential signatures in astrophysical observations. His work involves developing theoretical models for dark matter candidates, such as Weakly Interacting Massive Particles (WIMPs) and axions, and comparing these models to experimental data from particle detectors and telescopes.

He is a highly cited author and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. His work has helped shape the field of dark matter research and has contributed to the design and interpretation of experiments searching for dark matter particles. Bergström has also been involved in outreach activities, communicating the excitement and importance of dark matter research to the public.