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Stephen Hawking was a renowned theoretical physicist and cosmologist best known for his groundbreaking work on black holes and his contributions to our understanding of the universe. His most notable discovery, Hawking radiation, showed that black holes can emit radiation and eventually evaporate over time. Despite being diagnosed with ALS at the age of 21 and becoming almost completely paralyzed, Hawking continued to work and communicate through a speech-generating device, writing several best-selling books, including A Brief History of Time. His resilience and intellect made him an iconic figure in both science and popular culture, symbolizing the human quest for knowledge.