Baryonic Matter vs. Dark Matter (2024)
Baryonic matter, the tangible fabric of the universe, forms the stars, planets, and life as we know it—structured from atoms and molecules that float through the cosmos. Yet, it shares this vast expanse with the enigmatic energy of dark matter, a force invisible yet undeniably powerful. Together, they embody the tension between the observable universe and the hidden forces that shape its destiny.
Recent insights from CEERS-2112, a barred spiral galaxy observed 11.7 billion light-years away, suggest that baryonic processes—long considered secondary in cosmic evolution—might play a more pivotal role in the formation of early galaxies. The galaxy’s mature structure at such an early stage challenges existing models and highlights the need to reassess the dynamics of galaxy evolution, opening a door to deeper understanding of the universe’s origins
Finding this delicate interplay, weaving science and imagination to invite viewers into the mysteries of the cosmos. It compels us to ponder the balance between the known and the unknown and the intricate forces that govern the stars, galaxies, and perhaps ourselves.
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Baryonic Matter vs. Dark Matter was created for the Ecos Del Cosmos galaxias ancetrales reveladas exhibition with NASA’s Deep Space Communications Complex in Robledo de Chavela, Madrid, Spain. The exhibition showcases a unique collaboration between artists and scientists, blending creativity and discovery to explore the universe’s most profound mysteries. Through artistic interpretations of astrophysical milestones, galaxy evolution, and the formation of the cosmos, the featured works bridge the gap between imagination and empirical knowledge, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the cosmos and challenge conventional perceptions of space and time, fostering dialogue and debate. Selected artists were paired with scientists behind the groundbreaking 2023 discovery of the galaxy CEERS-2112. Using this scientific foundation, they created works that interpret and reimagine the concepts, bridging the gap between empirical study and artistic expression.