Can Primordial Black Holes form in the Standard Model ?
Primordial black holes (PBHs) are an intriguing subject in cosmology, potentially explaining a significant part of the dark matter in the universe. A recent study by Stamou and Clesse investigates the possibility of PBH formation within the Standard Model (SM) of particle physics, without relying on exotic theories or unusual features of cosmic inflation. This article will break down their findings into simple terms, exploring the key concepts and implications of their research.