Dark Matter as Topological Condensation: A Geometric Resolution via Gravitational Spin Networks

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Authors: Dimitrios Ropokis
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Abstract

The missing mass problem, traditionally attributed to hypothetical non-baryonic particles (Dark Matter), remains one of the greatest unresolved mysteries in astrophysics. In this paper, we propose a pure geometric solution based on Topological Quantum Chromodynamics (Topological QCD). We postulate that Dark Matter consists of "topological condensates"—macroscopic regions where the Gravitational Spin Polarization Tensor $\Pi_{ab}$ forms extremely tight knots. These condensates possess a severe local curvature $R$ manifesting as gravitational mass via the Lichnerowicz identity, yet their geometric fluidity drops to zero, entirely decoupling them from the electromagnetic tensor $F_{\mu\nu}$. We derive the topological stress-energy tensor and demonstrate how topological dark halos naturally modify galactic rotation curves without the need for exotic particles.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cosmology and Gravitation Theories Dark Matter and Cosmic Phenomena Relativity and Gravitational Theory

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
6 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint