#12: He Develops New Theories About Black Holes in the Early 1970s
In the early 1970s, Hawking turns his attention to black holes, applying quantum theory to gravitational physics. He begins exploring how black holes behave under extreme conditions, combining insights from thermodynamics and general relativity.

His work challenges existing assumptions that nothing could escape a black hole. These investigations position him at the center of one of physics’ most important debates. The research lays the foundation for a breakthrough that will soon redefine how scientists understand black holes.
