A galactic smashup might explain galaxies without dark matter

Some scientists are awaiting more evidence before embracing the claim

image of NGC 1052-DF2 galaxy

A galaxy devoid of dark matter called NGC 1052-DF2 (shown) and others like it may have been formed in a collision of two galaxies 8 billion years ago.

Zili Shen, Pieter van Dokkum and NASA

Two mysterious galaxies, devoid of dark matter, could have a smashing origin story.