Turing Award (for contributions in computer science)

The Turing Award is a prestigious honor in computer science, often called the "Nobel Prize of computing." It recognizes individuals who have made outstanding and lasting contributions to the field, such as developing influential theories, algorithms, or technologies that shape how computers work and how we use them. Named after Alan Turing, a pioneer in computing, the award highlights advances that have significantly impacted science and society, inspiring future innovation. It is awarded annually by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and is one of the highest recognitions a computer scientist can receive.