Explore the potential for detecting and studying dark matter through gravitational wave observations in this 19-minute conference talk. Learn about cutting-edge theoretical approaches and methodologies for using gravitational wave data to probe dark matter properties and interactions. Discover how gravitational wave astronomy can provide unique insights into one of the universe's most mysterious components, complementing traditional dark matter detection methods. Examine the current prospects, challenges, and future opportunities for dark matter research within the rapidly evolving field of gravitational wave science. Understand the intersection between gravitational wave physics and dark matter studies, including potential signatures and observational strategies that could reveal dark matter's nature through gravitational wave detections.