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Alan Turing Award (computer science context)

The Turing Award is a prestigious honor in computer science, often regarded as the "Nobel Prize of Computing." It recognizes individuals who have made groundbreaking contributions that deeply influence the field, such as developing new algorithms, theories, or technologies. Established in 1966, it celebrates those whose work has had a lasting impact on how computers are used and understood. Named after Alan Turing, a pioneer of computer science, the award highlights innovations that drive progress and inspire future research in computing worldwide.