The theory of black hole formation shares the Nobel Prize in Physics

Roger Penrose proved that black holes could and should form in the universe. The topological picture he used in that proof has become foundational to general relativity.

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Published in:Physics today 2020-12, Vol.73 (12), p.14-17
Main Author: Hill, Heather M.
Format: Article
Language:eng
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Summary:Roger Penrose proved that black holes could and should form in the universe. The topological picture he used in that proof has become foundational to general relativity.
ISSN:0031-9228
1945-0699