Stephen Hawking (physicist)

Stephen Hawking was a renowned theoretical physicist known for his work on black holes and cosmology. He proposed that black holes emit radiation—now called Hawking radiation—and contributed to understanding the nature of the universe's origins. Despite living with a rare motor neuron disease that limited his physical abilities, Hawking made significant scientific insights and authored popular science books like *A Brief History of Time*. His work helped bridge complex physics ideas to the public, emphasizing that the universe's mysteries can be explored through scientific inquiry and perseverance.