Will super symmetry become part of cosmology

In summary, super symmetry is a theoretical framework in particle physics that proposes a symmetry between particles and their associated forces. It is important in cosmology because it can potentially help explain the existence of dark matter. It is also an extension of the Standard Model and proposes additional particles that could solve some of its limitations. However, super symmetry has not yet been observed or proven, leading to challenges and criticisms. Despite this, it has the potential to explain other mysteries in cosmology such as the hierarchy problem and matter-antimatter asymmetry. Further research and evidence are needed to validate this theory.
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AFAIK super symmetry as yet has no experimental evidence in cosmology, will it become part of cosmology
in some useful application?
 
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I guess it boils down to what can be observed to confirm or disprove it, it seems to be stuck on the same hampster wheel as string theory. I haven't read this page yet but it seems to be very similar to what I am working on.
 

FAQ: Will super symmetry become part of cosmology

What is super symmetry and why is it important in cosmology?

Super symmetry is a theoretical framework in particle physics that proposes a symmetry between particles and their associated forces. It is important in cosmology because it can potentially help explain the existence of dark matter, which is a major mystery in our understanding of the universe.

How does super symmetry relate to the Standard Model of particle physics?

Super symmetry is an extension of the Standard Model, which is the current framework for understanding the fundamental particles and forces in the universe. It proposes additional particles that have not yet been observed, but could potentially solve some of the limitations of the Standard Model.

Has super symmetry been observed or proven?

No, super symmetry has not yet been observed or proven. It is a theoretical concept that has not yet been validated by experimental evidence. However, scientists continue to search for evidence of super symmetry through experiments at particle accelerators.

What are some challenges or criticisms of super symmetry?

One major challenge of super symmetry is that it has not yet been observed, despite many years of searching. This has led some scientists to question whether it is a valid theory. Additionally, the large number of proposed particles in super symmetry can make it difficult to test and falsify.

Could super symmetry potentially explain other mysteries in cosmology?

Yes, in addition to potentially explaining dark matter, super symmetry has been proposed as a solution for other mysteries in cosmology, such as the hierarchy problem and the matter-antimatter asymmetry. However, these potential explanations are still speculative and require further research and evidence.

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