This timeline highlights some of the numerous awards and recognitions Kurzweil has received throughout his career for his inventions, writings, and contributions to science and technology.
Grace Murray Hopper Award
1978
Kurzweil received the Grace Murray Hopper Award from the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) for his contributions to the field of computer science.
Dickson Prize in Science
1986
Received the Dickson Prize in Science from Carnegie Mellon University.
Inventor of the Year
1987
Named Inventor of the Year by MIT.
National Medal of Technology and Innovation
1999
Kurzweil was awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation by President Bill Clinton, the highest honor the United States can bestow upon an inventor.
Turing Award Nomination
2002
Reportedly nominated for the Turing Award, though he did not win. A Turing Award nomination is a very high honor for any computer scientist.
Induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame
2002
Kurzweil was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame for his invention of the Kurzweil Reading Machine.
Honorary Doctorate from Johns Hopkins University
2011
Received an honorary Doctor of Engineering degree from Johns Hopkins University.
Numerous Honorary Doctorates and Awards
Ongoing
Kurzweil has received numerous other honorary doctorates, awards, and accolades throughout his career, recognizing his significant contributions to technology, science, and futurism.
