The holographic space-time and black hole remnants as dark matter

TL;DR

This paper explores how the holographic space-time framework can explain dark matter as primordial black hole remnants, proposing Planck relics as a solution and suggesting observational tests.

Contribution

It introduces the idea that Planck relics from holographic space-time could serve as dark matter, addressing issues with previous primordial black hole models.

Findings

Planck relics can serve as dark matter candidates.

The holographic approach offers a self-contained framework for early universe cosmology.

Paths for observational confirmation are proposed.

Abstract

The holographic space-time approach to inflation provides a well defined and self-contained framework to study the early universe. Based on a quasi-local quantum gravity theory generalizing string theory beyond AdS backgrounds, it addresses fundamental questions like the arrow of time and the entropy of the initial cosmological state. It was recently argued that it also provides a naturel explanation for dark matter in the form of primordial black holes. The orignal idea however suffers from troubles that can be cured by considering instead Planck relics. This possibility is investigated and paths for observational confirmation are pointed out.