Unified Theory of Dark Matter, Dark Energy from altered EFE

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The discussion centers on the implications of a new set of field equations that modify Einstein's General Relativity (GR) by incorporating a second-order covariant derivative of a scalar potential field. This alteration aims to unify the concepts of dark matter and dark energy, as presented in the paper available at arXiv:1206.5078. Participants express interest in the article from Science Daily, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of the mathematical framework involved. The thread has been closed for further comments, directing users to an existing discussion for continued dialogue.

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www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/09/120906092059.htm

http://arxiv.org/abs/1206.5078

Very interesting article, has anyone seen this or looked at the paper? I don't have GR knowledge to make sense of what's going on.

"The difference between the new field equations and Einstein's equations is the addition of a second-order covariant derivative of a scalar potential field"
 
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Since we already have a thread about this, i have closed this thread. Anny comments should be placed in the thread to which Ben linked.
 

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