Galactic positrons and electrons from dark matter and astrophysical sources
arXiv:0907.4433 · doi:10.1016/j.nima.2010.06.030
Abstract
The electron and positron cosmic rays observations have impulsed a hot debate regarding the origin of such particles. Their propagation in the galactic medium is modeled according to a successfully tested two--zone propagation model. The theoretical uncertainties related to their propagation and production are studied for three cases: secondary production, Dark Matter annihilation, and originating from supernovae remnants.
4 pages, 2 figures. Conference RICAP'09 (May 2009)
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