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 |
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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. |
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ISSN: | 0031-9228 1945-0699 |