Stephen Hawking Biography

The BIO Channel presents a mini Stephen Hawking biography video. Learn about his childhood, his theory on black holes, living with ALS, and his bestselling science book A Brief History of Time. Hawking's most important work is discussed, including his chief theory that black holes should emit radiation, which came to be known as Hawking Radiation. Related Article: The Theory of Everything: History vs. Hollywood

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