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Ahmed Errahmani

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At least 19 recordsLinked to original sources

arXiv2026

Testing the running vacuum model in light of DESI-DR2 Measurements

Motivated by the fact that quantum effects leave an imprint on the vacuum equation of state, making it depart from the standard cosmological constant relation, $P_{\rm vac}=-ρ_{\rm vac}$, this work investigates generalized running vacuum models (RVMs) by considering a dynamical vacuum equation of state in which the vacuum energy density, $ρ_{\text{vac}}$, evolves as a function of the Hubble parameter, $H$, and its time derivative, $\dot{H}$. This formulation extends previous running vacuum approaches by incorporating a dependence of the vacuum energy density on both, $H^2$ and $\dot{H}$. The corresponding Friedmann equations are derived and analyzed to study their impact on cosmic expansion. The model parameters are constrained through a joint statistical analysis combining the cosmic microwave background shift parameters, DESI-DR2 observations, PantheonPlus type Ia supernovae compilation, and Hubble rate $H(z)$ measurements. Model comparison is performed using information criteria, the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) and Deviance Information Criterion (DIC), in order to assess the statistical performance of the RVMs relative to the standard $Λ$CDM scenario. The results show that the generalized RVMs provide a good fit to current observations and represent a statistically competitive alternative to the standard $Λ$CDM model. Notably, all three running vacuum formulations yield lower AIC and DIC values than $Λ$CDM, indicating that dynamical running vacuum energy remains a viable cosmological scenario.

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arXiv2026

Reconstruction of the Quintessence Scalar Field Potential Using Gaussian Processes

Recent cosmological observations, including the latest Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) data releases DR1 and DR2, have renewed interest in the possibility that dark energy may exhibit dynamical behavior rather than being a strict cosmological constant. In this work, we perform a fully model-independent reconstruction of the quintessence scalar field potential using Gaussian Process regression and current Hubble measurements. Instead of assuming a specific functional form for the scalar field potential, we reconstruct the quintessence potential and the corresponding kinetic energy directly from observational data. Our analysis is based on Hubble parameter measurements obtained from cosmic chronometers and the latest high-precision DESI DR2 baryon acoustic oscillation (BAO) data, together with Type Ia supernova data from the Pantheon+ compilation. Gaussian Processes provide a nonparametric and model-independent framework that allows the data to guide the reconstruction. We employ two covariance functions, namely the squared exponential and the Matern ($ν= 9/2$) kernels, in order to assess the sensitivity of the reconstruction to the kernel choice. We further explore the impact of background cosmological assumptions by considering different priors on the matter density and spatial curvature. Finally, we compare the reconstructed scalar field potential with two theoretically motivated benchmark models: a power law potential and an exponential potential. We find that both models remain consistent with the reconstructed potential within the inferred confidence intervals.

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arXiv2026

Study of the cosmological tensions and DESI-DR2 in the framework of the Little Rip model

We present an analysis that investigates the $H_0$ and $S_8$ tensions by considering a dark energy model. The latter is a late-time model characterized by a future abrupt event known as the Little Rip (LR) model and characterised by one extra parameter, $β$, compared to the standard model, $Λ$CDM. To test this approach, we perform a statistical analysis by the MCMC method using the most recent observational data. We obtain a positive correlation in ($H_0$, $β$) plane. We also note that the Hubble tension is less than $3σ$ when using early measurements, i.e., Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) data, and when combining it with Baryon Acoustic Oscillation (BAO) data, but it is no longer so when we combine early and late measurements (i.e. PantheonPlus (PP)). In addition, we test the model with DESI-DR2 combined with CMB and recent SNIa measurements. We notice that our model shifts toward the quintessence field. For a complete statistical analysis, we use the Akaike Information Criteria and Bayesian analysis of the evidence. According to Bayes factors, we find that the LR model provides an improved fit only to CMB data.

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arXiv2025

Primordial black holes within Higgs hybrid metric-Palatini approach

In this paper, we investigate the production of primordial black holes (PBHs) during the radiation-dominated era. The collapse of significant density perturbations originating from large primordial scalar fluctuations generated during inflation can lead to the formation of primordial black holes. In our study, we adopt the Higgs hybrid metric-Palatini model as our framework, in which the inflaton field and the Palatini curvature are non-minimally coupled. To achieve our objective, we analyze the behavior of the primordial curvature power spectrum, which exhibits a large enhancement at small scales corresponding to large wavenumbers $k$. Furthermore, we examine the probability of PBHs formation by studying the mass variance, $σ(M_{PBH})$, and the mass fraction of the total energy density collapsing into PBHs, $β(M_{PBH})$. The evolution of both functions is consistent with current observational constraints. Finally, we investigate the abundance of primordial black holes as a dark matter candidate. We found that they can account for the totality or a fraction of the current dark matter content, depending primarily on the values of the coupling constant and the e-folds number.

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arXiv2025

Thermodynamic Topology of Black Holes within Tsallis Statistics

In this paper, we investigate the thermodynamic topology of black holes within the framework of Tsallis statistics. By integrating Tsallis non-extensive statistics with topological thermodynamics, we analyze the local and global stability of various black hole solutions, including Schwarzschild, Reissner-Nordstrom, and higher-dimensional black holes. The introduction of Tsallis entropy, parameterized by the non-extensive parameter delta, results in distinct thermodynamic behaviors depending on its value. Employing Duan's phi-mapping theory, we classify the thermodynamic topology of four-dimensional Schwarzschild black holes and non-charged higher-dimensional black holes into three distinct classes based on their topological number W: stable (W = +1), unstable (W = -1), and critical (W = 0). Additionally, the thermodynamic topology of Reissner-Nordstrom and charged higher-dimensional black holes is categorized into two classes, where W = +1 indicates a stable class and W = 0 represents a less stable class. Our study further demonstrates that the number of dimensions does not affect the topological thermodynamics within the context of non-extensive statistics. This approach provides novel insights into the interplay between Tsallis statistics and black hole thermodynamics, underscoring the pivotal role of topology in understanding black hole physics.

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arXiv2025

Model-Independent Reconstruction of f(T) Gravity Using Genetic Algorithms

In this paper, we use genetic algorithms, a specific machine learning technique, to achieve a model-independent reconstruction of $f(T)$ gravity. By using $H(z)$ data derived from cosmic chronometers and radial Baryon Acoustic Oscillation method, including the latest Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) data, we reconstruct the Hubble rate which is the basis parameter for reconstructing $f(T)$ gravity without any assumptions. In this reconstruction process, we use the current value of the Hubble rate, $H_0$, derived by genetic algorithms. The reconstructed $f(T)$ function is consistent with the standard $Λ$CDM cosmology within the 1$σ$ confidence level across a broad temporal range. The mean $f(T)$ curve, adopting a quadratic form, prompts us to parametrize it using a second degree polynomial. This quadratic deviation from the $Λ$CDM scenario is mildly favored by the data.

astro-ph.CO↗

arXiv2025

Emergence of running vacuum energy in $f(R,T)$ gravity : Observational constraints

In this work, we present a new analysis for $f(R,T)$ gravity by exploring the energy momentum tensor. We demonstrate that $f(R,T)$ gravity with the form $f(R,T)=R+2 κ^2 λT-2Λ$ is equivalent to Running Vacuum Energy (RVE), which interacts with the components of the cosmic fluid, namely dark matter and radiation. Interestingly, the form of such interaction is inferred from the non-conservation of the stress energy tensor in $f(R, T)$ gravity rather than being introduced in a phenomenological manner. Furthermore, the parameters that distinguish RVE from $Λ$CDM are fixed once the parameter of $f(R,T)$ gravity, $λ$, is known. To illustrate our setup, we perform a Markov Chain Monte Carlo analysis of three interaction scenarios using a combination of different data. we find that the parameters characterizing the RVE model are very small as expected. These results give an accuracy to this equivalence between $f(R,T)$ gravity under consideration and support the recent result obtained from a quantum field theory in curved space-time point of view which could open a new relationship between $f(R,T)$ gravity and quantum field theory. Finally, the interaction of the running vacuum increases the value of the current value of the Hubble rate by $3.5\%$ compared to the $Λ$CDM model, which may be a promising study for the Hubble tension.

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arXiv2024

Diagnostic Approaches for Interacting generalized holographic Ricci Dark Energy Models

In this paper, we present an analytical solution for the interacting generalized holographic dark energy model, assuming a linear interaction rate between dark energy and dark matter. We determine the equation of state parameter, the generalized holographic Ricci dark energy density, the matter density, and the deceleration parameter. By analyzing the behavior of these cosmological parameters, we demonstrate that our model aligns with recent observations and reproduces the late-time accelerated expansion of the Universe. To compare our model with the $Λ$CDM model, we use various diagnostic tools including statefinder, $Om(z)$-diagnostic, statefinder hierarchy, growth rate analysis, and $ω_H$-$ω'_H$ plane. We also analyze the stability of the model by examining the speed of sound. These methods show that the dynamics of the Universe remain very close to that of the standard cosmological model.

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arXiv2024

Cosmological constraints on dynamical dark energy model in $F(Q)$ gravity

Extended teleparallel gravity, characterized by $F(Q)$ function where $Q$ is the non-metricity scalar, is one of the most promising approaches to general relativity. In this paper, we reexamine a specific dynamical dark energy model, which is indistinguishable from the $Λ$CDM model at present time and exhibits a special event in the future, within $F(Q)$ gravity. To constrain the free parameters of the model, we perform a Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) analysis, using the last data from Pantheon$^{+}$ and the latest measurements of the H(z) parameter combined. On the basis of this analysis, we have find that our dynamical dark energy model, in the context of F(Q) gravity, lies in the quintessence regime rather than in the phantom regime as in the case of general relativity. Furthermore, this behaviour affects the future expansion of the Universe as it becomes decelerating at $1σ$ confidence level for $z<-0.5$ and showing a bounce at $z_{\text{B}}\approx -0.835$. Finally, we have support our conclusion with a cosmographic analysis.

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arXiv2024

Constraints on the reheating phase after Higgs inflation in the hybrid metric-Palatini approach

In this paper, we study the post-inflationary era called reheating stage. For this purpose, we consider a model in which the inflaton is non-minimally coupled to the curvature within the hybrid metric-Palatini approach. Furthermore, to investigate the consistency of our results with the observational data, we relate reheating parameters to those of inflation model. By taking into consideration the Higgs potential $V(ϕ)=λ/4 ϕ^4$; we derive the necessary quantities needed to obtain the reheating duration and the reheating temperature. Moreover, we plot reheating e-folds and temperature as a function of the spectral index, respectively. We consider three cases depending on the coupling constant $ξ$. In addition, we use some specific values of the effective equation of state $ω$, which is presumed to remain relatively constant within the range of $-\frac{1}{3} \leq ω< \frac{1}{3}$. We find that for $ξ=10^{-4.1}$ our results are in agreement with the recent Planck data as the reheating instant is corresponding to the central value of the spectral index and to a maximum temperature required by the scale of baryogenesis models.

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arXiv2024

Constraining dark energy equations of state in $F(R,T)$ gravity

In this paper, we examine the acceleration of the Universe's expansion in $F(R,T)$ gravity, where $R$ denotes the Ricci scalar and $T$ the trace of energy-momentum tensor. Indeed, the unknown nature of the source controlling this acceleration in general relativity leads scientists to investigate its properties by means of some alternative theories to general relativity. Our study is restricted to the particular case where $F(R,T)=R+2κ^2 λT$ , with $λ$ being a constant. We use a Bayesian analysis of current observational datasets, including the type Ia supernovae constitution compilation and $H(z)$ measurements, to constrain free parameters of the model. To parametrize dark energy, we consider two well known equations of state. We find the best fit values for each model by running a Markov chain Monte Carlo technic. The best fit parameters are used to compare both models to $Λ$CDM by means of the Akaike information criterion and the Bayesian information criterion. We show that the Universe underwent recently a transition from a deceleration to an acceleration for both models. Furthermore, the data shows a phantom nature of the equation of state for both models.

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arXiv2024

Barrow Entropy and AdS Black Holes in RPS Thermodynamics

In this paper, we examine the restricted phase space (RPS) thermodynamics for charged AdS black holes by considering the impact of quantum gravity on the event horizon area. The primary aim of this work is to elucidate the influence of quantum gravitational effects on thermodynamic behaviors, critical phenomena, phase transitions, and the stability of black holes. We observe that charged AdS black holes exhibit thermodynamic behavior similar to that of Van der Waals fluids when influenced by quantum gravity. Furthermore, we introduce a novel black hole thermodynamic phenomenon, which we term ``resistance of phase transitions". Our study uncovers a violation of the homogeneity property of the Smarr relation in RPS thermodynamics due to the effects of quantum gravity.

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arXiv2024

Higgs inflation model with non-minimal coupling in hybrid Palatini approach

The inflation model with non-minimal coupling scalar field in the context of the hybrid metric Palatini is studied in this paper. We derive the Einstein's field equations, the equations of motion of the scalar field. Furthermore,the background and the perturbative parameters are obtained by means of Friedmann equation in the slow roll regime. The analysis of cosmological perturbations allowed us to obtain the main inflationary parameters such as the scalar spectral index $n_s$ and the tensor to scalar ratio $r$. In this perspective, as an application of our analysis, we consider the Higgs field with quartic potential which plays the inflaton role, and we show that the predictions of Higgs hybrid inflation are in good agreement with recent observational data \cite{Akrami:2018odb}.

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arXiv2023

Smoothing the $H_0$ tension with a dynamical dark energy model

The discrepancy between Planck data and direct measurements of the current expansion rate $H_0$ and the matter fluctuation amplitude $S_8$ has become one of the most intriguing puzzles in cosmology nowadays. The $H_0$ tension has reached $4.2σ$ in the context of standard cosmology i.e $Λ$CDM. Therefore, explanations to this issue are mandatory to unveil its secrets. Despite its success, $Λ$CDM is unable to give a satisfying explanation to the tension problem. Unless some systematic errors might be hidden in the observable measurements, physics beyond the standard model of cosmology must be advocated. In this perspective, we study a phantom dynamical dark energy model as an alternative to $Λ$CDM in order to explain the aforementioned issues. This phantom model is characterised by one extra parameter, $Ω_{pdde}$, compared to $Λ$CDM. We obtain a strong positive correlation between $H_0$ and $Ω_{pdde}$, for all data combinations. Using Planck measurements together with BAO and Pantheon, we find that the $H_0$ and the $S_8$ tensions are $3σ$ and $2.6σ$, respectively. By introducing a prior on the absolute magnitude, $M_B$, of the SN Ia, the $H_0$ tension decreases to $2.27σ$ with $H_0 = 69.76_{-0.82}^{+0.75}$ km s$^{-1}$ Mpc$^{-1}$ and the $S_8$ tension reaches the value $2.37σ$ with $S_8 =0.8269_{-0.012}^{+0.011}$.

astro-ph.CO↗

arXiv2022

Scalar warm inflation in holographic cosmology

We consider warm inflation in the context of holographic cosmology. The weak and the strong dissipative regime are analysed in the slow-roll approximation and within what is known as intermediate inflation. For an appropriate choice of the equation of state, the intermediate inflation is not only an exact solution in general relativity, but also in the holographic setup considered in this paper. Within this approach several dissipative and physically relevant functions are considered. We constrain our model using the latest Planck data. We conclude that three of the models analysed are consistent with Planck data for some ranges of the model parameters. However, one of them is ruled out by the observations.

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arXiv2021

Cosmological constraints of interacting phantom dark energy models

In this paper, we consider three phantom dark energy models, in the context of interaction between the dark components namely cold dark matter (CDM) and dark energy (DE). The first model, known as $w_{\textrm{d}}$CDM can induce a big rip singularity (BR) while the two remaining induce future abrupt events known as the Little Rip (LR) and Little Sibling of the Big Rip (LSBR). These phantom DE models can be distinguished by their equation of state. We invoke a new phenomenon such as the interaction between CDM and DE given that it could solve or alleviate some of the problems encountered in standard cosmology. We aim to find out the effect of such an interaction on the cosmological parameters of the studied models, as well as, the persistence or the disappearance of the singularity and the abrupt events induced by the models under study. We choose an interaction term proportional to DE density, i.e. $Q=λH ρ_{\textrm{d}}$, since the case where $Q\propto ρ_{\textrm{m}}$ could lead to a large scale instability at early time. We also do not claim at all that $Q=λH ρ_{\textrm{d}}$ is the ideal choice since it suffers from a negative CDM density in the future. By the use of a Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) approach, and by assuming a flat FLRW Universe, we constrain the cosmological parameters of each of the three phantom DE models studied. Furthermore, by the aid of the corrected Akaike Information Criterion ($\text{AIC}_{c}$) tool, we compare our phantom DE models. Finally, a perturbative analysis of phantom DE models under consideration is performed based on the best fit background parameters.

astro-ph.CO↗

arXiv2019

Induced gravity effect on inflationary parameters in an holographic cosmology

We investigate observational constraints on inflationary parameters in the context of an holographic cosmology with an induced gravity correction. We consider two situations where a universe is firstly filled with a scalar field and secondly with a tachyon field. Both cases are investigated in a slow-roll regime. We adopt a quadratic potential and an exponential potential for the scalar and the tachyon inflation respectively. In this regard, the standard background and perturbative parameters characterizing the inflationary era are modified by correction terms. We show a good agreement between theoretical model parameters and Planck2018 observational data for both scalar and tachyon fields.

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arXiv2019

An interacting holographic dark energy model within an induced gravity brane

In this paper, we present a model for the late-time evolution of the universe where a dark energy-dark matter interaction is invoked. Dark energy is modeled through an holographic Ricci dark energy component. The model is embedded within an induced gravity brane-world model. For suitable choices of the interaction coupling, the big rip and little rip induced by the holographic Ricci dark energy, in a relativistic model and in an induced gravity brane-world model, are removed. In this scenario, the holographic dark energy will have a phantom-like behaviour even though the brane is asymptotically de Sitter.

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