11-Year-Old Prodigy Graduates as Space Physicist, Aims to Challenge Einstein's Theories

In an extraordinary feat, 11-year-old William Maillis from Pennsylvania has graduated as a Space Physicist (Astrophysicist) from St. Petersburg College in Florida. William, recognized as a child prodigy, now plans to challenge the theories of renowned physicists Stephen Hawking and Albert Einstein.

William, who graduated from high school at the age of 9, embarked on his journey to become an Astrophysicist with the ambitious goal of proving the existence of God. Undeterred by being the youngest in his college class, he expressed confidence in his abilities.

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“It doesn’t bother me being the youngest student in class by far. I’m used to it by now,” William shared with People.

His intellectual prowess was evident from an early age, with the ability to speak in full sentences at 7 months, performing addition at 21 months, and solving multiplication problems at 2 years. Despite his young age, William earned a degree in Astrophysics and aspires to attain a Doctorate soon.

William is determined to challenge the assertions of Stephen Hawking and Albert Einstein regarding the universe. Disagreeing with Hawking's atheistic stance, he emphasized that gravity alone cannot create the cosmos. He also questioned Einstein's theories, stating, "Gravity is literally nothing, and nothing applied on nothing is just nothing."

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In an interview, William expressed his disagreement with atheists, asserting, "It takes more faith to believe that there’s no God than it does to believe that there is a God."

His father, Peter Maillis, recounted discovering William's extraordinary abilities at just 6 months old. The young prodigy's academic journey included mastering algebra, sign language, Greek, geometry at 5, and trigonometry at 7. Despite his advanced studies, William remains grounded, appreciating the gift he has been given.

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His university History professor, Aaron Hoffman, affirmed that William seamlessly fits in with other college students, delving into complex topics. William's father emphasized the importance of using his gift for the betterment of the world.

William Maillis stands as a testament to exceptional intellect and determination, challenging conventional norms and aspiring to reshape our understanding of the universe.