Yakov Borisovich Zel'dovich

Physicist and astronomer, created cosmology

Yakov Borisovich Zel'dovich - Scientists & Innovators born March 8th, 1914
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Contributions to cosmology and astrophysics included theoretical models explaining black holes and the Big Bang. Played a significant role in the development of the theory of gravitational collapse. Worked on the design of nuclear weapons during the Soviet era. Authored over 300 scientific papers and contributed to the Soviet space program, including the development of rocket propulsion systems.

Developed the theory of black holes

Contributed to the Big Bang theory

Involved in Soviet nuclear weapons program

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