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The theory is an unknown set of equations that can explain anything in the universe which could help scientists understand exactly how the universe started (McDaniel 19). This has been a question that physicists all over the world have been trying to answer for years. It is known as the Holy Grail of physical achievements, and has been pursued by both Einstein and Hawking, two of the greatest scientists that have ever lived (McDaniel 19). Hawking did not create this theory, but has made a huge step in advancing the investigation. The discovery of Hawking radiation linked quantum mechanics and gravity (McDaniel 18). Quantum mechanics is the use of mathematical equations to predict the behavior of microscopic particles, such as atoms or invisible particles (Ismael 1). Gravity is a much simpler concept, it is what holds everything down or an idea that physical objects attract each other (Villanueva 1). The connection that Hawking radiation made between these two theories is the first step in finding the theory of
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Hawking is one of the first physicists to bring complicated ideas such as quantum theory or singularities to the public’s attention. He has written many books, the most famous being A Brief History of Time and The Grand Design. Both explain complicated subjects in a more simplified way, so almost anyone can understand them. A Brief History of Time, published in 1988, explains his theories of the universe, black holes, and many other topics (Hawking-Time 2). This book has sold over ten million copies, and regarded as one of the best science books in the world. The book was in the London Times bestseller list for more than four years, which put it in the Guinness Book of World Records (Larsen 83). The Grand Design was published in 2010, and attempts to answer questions such as, why do we exist? Or why is there a universe (Trefil 2)? This book has gotten great reviews so far, mostly because of the simplicity of the language used so anyone can understand these theories. Dr. Hawking is also known as an activist for disabled adults and children around the world. In 1993, Hawking went to Seattle University where twenty five disabled children gathered to hear him speak (Paulson 1). He explained how despite his condition, he still focused on his work and is now very successful. Dr. Hawking has continued to fight for the rights of disabled people. In the 1970s, he won a disagreement to get a wheelchair ramp installed at Cambridge University to allow for easier access (McDaniel 76). He also had the curbs between his house and the university lowered, which made it easier for him to get to work. Eventually, he helped lower curbs all over the city to assist disabled citizens (McDaniel 76). Afterwards, he helped get a wheelchair ramp installed in a building commonly used for polling and was awarded the title Man of the Year by the Royal Association for Disability and
Hawking is one of the first physicists to bring complicated ideas such as quantum theory or singularities to the public’s attention. He has written many books, the most famous being A Brief History of Time and The Grand Design. Both explain complicated subjects in a more simplified way, so almost anyone can understand them. A Brief History of Time, published in 1988, explains his theories of the universe, black holes, and many other topics (Hawking-Time 2). This book has sold over ten million copies, and regarded as one of the best science books in the world. The book was in the London Times bestseller list for more than four years, which put it in the Guinness Book of World Records (Larsen 83). The Grand Design was published in 2010, and attempts to answer questions such as, why do we exist? Or why is there a universe (Trefil 2)? This book has gotten great reviews so far, mostly because of the simplicity of the language used so anyone can understand these theories. Dr. Hawking is also known as an activist for disabled adults and children around the world. In 1993, Hawking went to Seattle University where twenty five disabled children gathered to hear him speak (Paulson 1). He explained how despite his condition, he still focused on his work and is now very successful. Dr. Hawking has continued to fight for the rights of disabled people. In the 1970s, he won a disagreement to get a wheelchair ramp installed at Cambridge University to allow for easier access (McDaniel 76). He also had the curbs between his house and the university lowered, which made it easier for him to get to work. Eventually, he helped lower curbs all over the city to assist disabled citizens (McDaniel 76). Afterwards, he helped get a wheelchair ramp installed in a building commonly used for polling and was awarded the title Man of the Year by the Royal Association for Disability and