Starting with geometrical premises, we infer the existence of fundamental cosmological scalar fields. We then consider physically relevant situations in which spacetime metric is induced by one or, in general, by two scalar fields, in accord with the Papapetrou algorithm. The first of these fields, identified with dark energy, has exceedingly small but finite (subquantum) Hubble mass scale (~ 10^-33 eV), and might be represented as a neutral superposition of quasi-static electric fields. The second field is identified with dark matter as an effectively scalar conglomerate composed of primordial neutrinos and antineutrinos in a special tachyonic state.

Fundamental scalar fields and the dark side of the universe

The propagation of light is well described by Maxwell's field equations of electromagnetism in relativistic space; its emission and absorption by quantum mechanics. However, some open questions remain. For example, is there a means to break gauge symmetry? Do any surprises await us at high energies or unexplored scales? Are there further interactions between fundamental forces? Many authors have suggested that a deeper understanding can be achieved through a statistical model of the continuous electromagnetic media in which light can propagate. In such an approach the electromagnetic fields are of the same nature as more familiar force fields: statistical averages of underlying physical quantities. The goals of this approach are not only to explain why Maxwell's equations of propagation and the quantum theory of emission and absorption apply, but also to explore new predictions as well. Here we briefly review the approach, and demonstrate its utility in allowing a derivation of the Lorentz boost factors of Special Relativity.

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Statistical Models of Light with an Example in Relativistic Dynamics

We illustrate why a space-time structure as in General Relativity is not in contradiction with a dynamical origin of gravity from a scalar field. Further, we argue that the recently discovered gap-less mode of the singlet Higgs field represents the most natural dynamical agent of Newtonian gravity.

M. Consoli

Papers

Newtonian gravity from the Higgs field: the sublimation of aether