In this course we will study the interplay between particle physics and cosmology. In the first part we will describe the two standard models that describe particles and the universe. We will then focus on the important role of Dark Matter, analysing the evidences for its existence, its properties and its production during the early universe. At the end of the course, if time allows, we will say a few things about inflation and the quantum origin of the cosmological structures.
- Teacher: ENRICO BERTUZZO