Unraveling the Enigma: Exploring a Dark Matter-Free Galaxy

Scientists have discovered that the massive galaxy NGC 1277 does not contain dark matter, which challenges the currently accepted cosmological models. NGC 1277 is considered a relic galaxy, and its lack of dark matter is puzzling. Possible explanations include the gravitational interaction with the surrounding medium or the dark matter being driven out during the galaxy's formation. If confirmed, this finding would cast doubt on alternative models for dark matter. Further observations are planned to investigate this mystery.