Stephen Hawking (1942–2018) was a British theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author renowned for his groundbreaking work on black holes and cosmology. Despite being diagnosed with ALS at 21, he became one of the most celebrated scientists of his time.
Key Contributions
- Hawking Radiation: Proposed that black holes emit radiation and eventually evaporate, challenging classical notions of black holes.
- Cosmology Research: Advanced theories on the origin of the universe, including the no-boundary proposal.
- Popular Science: Wrote A Brief History of Time (1988), making complex physics accessible to the public.
Personal Life
- Born in Oxford, England, on January 8, 1942.
- Married to Jane Wilde (1965–1995), with three children.
- Became a global icon for his resilience and intellect.
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