Astrophysical Implications of Higher-Dimensional Gravity

Abstract

We review the implications of modern higher-dimensional theories of gravity for astrophysics and cosmology. In particular, we discuss the latest developments of space-time-matter theory in connection with dark matter, particle dynamics and the cosmological constant, as well as related aspects of quantum theory. There are also more immediate tests of extra dimensions, notably involving perturbations of the cosmic 3K microwave background and the precession of a supercooled gyroscope in Earth orbit. We also outline some general features of embeddings, and include pictures of the big bang as viewed from a higher dimension.

23 pages, 2 figures; to appear in Space Science Reviews; v3: typos corrected and minor changes to text, expanded derivation of fundamental mode added

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