The Workshop aims to bring together students, postdocs, and researchers who share an interest in Scalar Field Dark Matter and its related topics. The primary objective is to better understand recent advancements and future prospects in these fields. Initiated by Prof. Tonatiuh Matos and the Instituto Avanzado de Cosmología to promote collaborations within the Mexican community working on scalar fields as dark matter models, the Workshop has since expanded its scope to encompass other relevant research areas. It has evolved into a platform for exchanging methods, techniques, and skills related to scalar fields, particularly benefiting students and young researchers. 

We will feature invited talks by experts from both national and international backgrounds. Additionally, we will have a discussion to contribute our research findings and perspectives to the overview of the model.

On this occasion, we are joining our efforts with the Division of Gravitation and Mathematical Physics (DGFM) of the Mexican Physical Society. The Workshop will take place in the middle of the XV School of the DGFM. Both events will take place in Playa del Carmen, México.

Visit the IX SFDM Workshop site.

Luis Arturo Ureña-López - Universidad de Guanajuato

Pierre-Henri Chavanis - University of Toulouse

Tonatiuh Matos Chassin - CINVESTAV IPN

Carlos Herdeiro - Aveiro University

Plenary talk: Overview of the Scalar Field Dark Matter model

Luis A. Ureña-López

Abstract: TBA

Plenary talk: Scalar field dark matter model and a derivation of the wave equation from the theory of scale relativity

Pierre-Henri Chavanis

Abstract: In this talk, I will first review basic results on the scalar field (SF) or Bose–Einstein condensate (BEC) dark matter model and discuss some of its applications in astrophysics and cosmology. I will consider the case of ultralight axions with repulsive or attractive self-interactions. Then, I will show how it is possible to derive a generalized wave equation from the theory of scale relativity, assuming the existence of a fractal spacetime. 

Plenary talk:  Some recent advances in the SFDM model

Tonatiuh Matos Chassin

Abstract: TBA

Roundtable and discussion

Carlos Herdeiro, Luis Ureña, Tonatiuh Matos Chassin. Moderator: Darío Núñez

The organizers are fully committed to ensuring a productive and inclusive meeting for all participants, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, nationality, physical appearance, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

All participants are encouraged to conduct themselves professionally and show respect towards others. All forms of communication should be appropriate for a professional audience, and any language or imagery that is racist, sexual, or sexist is strictly prohibited.

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Argelia Bernal: bernal.a@ugto.mx

Tula Bernal: tbernalm@chapingo.mx