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UC San Diego Professor Daniel Kane Wins 2026 Gödel Prize in Theoretical Computer Science

10 June 2026 09:40

UC San Diego professor Daniel M. Kane has been awarded the 2026 Gödel Prize, a top honor in theoretical computer science.

Kane is a joint professor in computer science and mathematics at UC San Diego. The Gödel Prize recognizes outstanding research in theoretical computer science.

This award highlights San Diego's growing reputation in cutting-edge computer science research. The prize underscores the impact of Kane's work and brings prestige to UC San Diego's academic community.

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