Stephen Hawking
B- Birthday
- January 8, 1942
- Age
- 84
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $20M
About
Stephen Hawking was an English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author. He served as the director of research at the Centre for Theoretical Cosmology at the University of Cambridge. He held the position of Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge from 1979 to 2009. Hawking is renowned for his contributions to our understanding of black holes and the origins of the universe.
Career Timeline
Diagnosed with ALS
Diagnosed with ALS. This is a defining moment.
Hawking Radiation Theory
Develops the theory of Hawking radiation. Gained recognition in scientific communities.
Lucasian Professor at Cambridge
Hawking becomes the Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge. Solidifies his position in academia.
'A Brief History of Time'
'A Brief History of Time' is published. Becomes a bestseller and gains widespread popularity.
Zero-G Flight
Experiences weightlessness in Zero-G. Continues to push boundaries.
Death in Cambridge
Hawking dies in Cambridge. Leaves a lasting legacy of contributions to science and inspiration to others.
