Stephen Hawking

Theoretical physicist, cosmologist, popularizer of science. One of the most outstanding figures of modern science. His contributions to the understanding of the universe and his indomitable spirit have inspired millions of people around the world.
Hawking has become one of the smartest people on our planet. He made science accessible to a wide range of people, which contributed to increased interest in space and the universe, and his research left a deep mark in physics and cosmology.
The most famous books: "A Brief History of Time", "Black Holes and Young Universes", "About the Universe in Brief".