# Have scientists discovered a dark matter particle?

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- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-05 07:13 UTC
- Science
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/9/5/have-scientists-discovered-a-dark-matter-particle?traffic_source=rss

> The LUX-ZEPLIN experiment in an underground South Dakota mine recorded one unexplained particle interaction resembling the predicted signal from a hypothetical dark matter particle. Researchers call it their most compelling signal so far, but stress that it is not a confirmed detection of dark matter.