A Hurdle Overcome There are many great scientists: some who are still emerging, others who prefer to stay quiet, and a tiny 5% who show their inventions, changing the world. This small group can spark more developments, proving that life is forever changing but still clings to the past for guidance. Stephen William Hawking is one of the most influential figures in the history of cosmology. His theory of black holes emitting radiation sparked further investigation and research into the matter. His discovery was at first controversial, but the research following his theory made his discovery widely accepted as a colossal breakthrough in the field of cosmology. His concept was an inspiration not only to England but to the whole world with his books on space-time relativity. Like everyone, Hawking started somewhere. He was born in Oxford, England, into a family of physicians. He started his academic journey at University College, where he earned a first-class BA degree in physics. He specialized in relativity and cosmology. But tragedy struck… Hawking was diagnosed with an early-onset, slow-progressing form of motor neuron disease which, over time, paralysed him. After the loss of speech, he communicated through a speech-generating device. However, that did not stop him. Even in the darkest times of his life, he continued pursuing his passion, even after doctors told him that he had little chance to live. He achieved success with his book, A Brief History of Time, which appeared in The Sunday Times. This just shows that even if the world is against you, fighting back is not a choice; it’s a requirement. Nikethana Sarawanan 8B
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