However, the scientist has released correspondence showing that he was approached with the offer of a knighthood over a decade ago but refused it on principle.
"Professor Hawking does not like titles. In fact he dislikes the whole concept of them," a spokesman told The Times.
Professor Hawking has also revealed correspondence showing harsh criticism of what he sees as the UK government's mismanagement of science funding.
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