The Incredible Life Of Stephen Hawking | An Amazing Scientist | The Dr Binocs Show | Peekaboo Kidz

Born in 1942 in Oxford, Stephen Hawking grew up in an academic family. Despite early struggles at school, his curiosity led him to study Physics and Chemistry at Oxford University, followed by a focus on cosmology at Cambridge.

At age 21, Hawking was diagnosed with motor neurone disease and given only two years to live. As his condition worsened, he adapted by using crutches and eventually an electric wheelchair, refusing to let his physical state limit his ambition.

Hawking made significant breakthroughs in black hole physics and space-time theories, including the 'Hawking Radiation' theory. Even after losing his voice due to surgery, he utilized a speech-generating device to continue his work, living for 55 years past his initial diagnosis.

Hawking received numerous honors, including the Albert Einstein Medal and the Wolf Prize. His bestselling book, 'A Brief History of Time,' remains a monumental contribution to science communication, cementing his legacy as a global inspiration.