Among the many scientists/cosmologists that are of the view that time is inexorably linked to the Universe and GR is of course the notable Kip Thorne.
Other's are Sir Martin Rees [Astronomer Royale] and Mitch Begalman.
How do I know that?
I have the Book by Thorne entitled Black Holes and Time Warps, and another co-authored by Rees and Begalman, entitled "Gravity's Fatal Attraction"
Both books feature discussions on BH's and GR, and both use and reference time profusely.
Other's are Sir Martin Rees [Astronomer Royale] and Mitch Begalman.
How do I know that?
I have the Book by Thorne entitled Black Holes and Time Warps, and another co-authored by Rees and Begalman, entitled "Gravity's Fatal Attraction"
Both books feature discussions on BH's and GR, and both use and reference time profusely.