Dark matter from the inert Higgs doublet model

Abstract

Dark matter is a clear evidence of new physics beyond the Standard Model. In this work, we consider the inert doublet model where dark matter is a member of a new Higgs doublet. In this scenario, dark matter properties can be calculated. We then test model predictions against experimental results such as the LHC Higgs data, the electroweak precision measurements and dedicated dark matter searches. In addition, we subject the model to theoretical constraints: perturbativity, vacuum stability and unitarity. Finally, we identify the viable parameter space of the model.