“Black hole” scientist John Wheeler, 96
Posted: Tuesday, April 15th, 2008 7:16 pmJohn Wheeler, the scientist who gave the phenomenon of ‘black holes’ its name, has died at the age of 96.
The eminent physician died of pneumonia at his home in New Jersey on Sunday April 13th.
During his career Professor Wheeler made numerous scientific contributions to many of the research advances of the 20th century.
He worked with scientists including Albert Einstein and Niels Bohr and was instrumental in the development of both the atomic and hydrogen bombs. … Read full obituary
