Dark matter and cosmic structure

TL;DR

This paper reviews the development of the standard model for cosmic structure evolution, emphasizing the role of numerical simulations and dark matter's nature over the past forty years.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of the standard cosmological model with a focus on dark matter and simulation techniques.

Findings

Numerical simulations are crucial for understanding cosmic structure formation.

Dark matter's properties significantly influence cosmic evolution.

The standard model has evolved substantially over four decades.

Abstract

We review the current standard model for the evolution of cosmic structure, tracing its development over the last forty years and focusing specifically on the role played by numerical simulations and on aspects related to the nature of dark matter.