Richard J. Thorne (scientist)

Richard J. Thorne is a renowned physicist specializing in astrophysics and space science. His work focuses on understanding how particles and radiation behave in space, especially around extreme environments like black holes and neutron stars. Thorne has contributed to our knowledge of gravitational waves—ripples in spacetime caused by massive cosmic events—which he helped investigate with the LIGO observatory. He has also studied how cosmic rays and electromagnetic fields interact in space. His research helps improve our understanding of the universe’s fundamental processes and supports advances in space exploration and astrophysical technology.