📝 Abstract

The study of dark matter continues to be a pivotal aspect of astrophysics, particularly in understanding the mass distribution within galactic clusters. This research aims to identify and analyze anomalies in dark matter concentrations by employing advanced gravitational lensing techniques. Utilizing data collected from the Hubble Space Telescope and the European Southern Observatory, we have applied sophisticated algorithms to enhance the resolution of gravitational lens maps. Our methods have allowed for the detection of minor fluctuations in dark matter density which were previously undetectable with conventional techniques. The findings reveal significant discrepancies in predicted versus observed gravitational lensing effects in several galactic clusters, suggesting the presence of unknown substructures or interactions. These results underscore the necessity for revising existing dark matter models to incorporate these newly discovered anomalies. In conclusion, our research provides a deeper understanding of dark matter behavior and sets the stage for future explorations into the fundamental components of the universe.

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dark mattergravitational lensinggalactic clustersmass distributionHubble Space TelescopeEuropean Southern Observatory
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Elżbieta Nowak, Wei Zhang, Ahmad Al-Mansour. (2026). Investigating Dark Matter Anomalies in Galactic Clusters Through Gravitational Lensing Techniques. Cithara Journal, 66(9). ISSN: 0009-7527