邵逸夫奖增设计算机科学奖

Core Points - The Shaw Prize Foundation announced the establishment of a new award in Computer Science, increasing the total number of award categories to four [1] - The nomination period for the new award will begin in September this year, with the first laureates to be announced in the spring of 2027 [1] - The existing categories of the Shaw Prize include Astronomy, Life Sciences and Medicine, and Mathematical Sciences, with the new award designed to operate in balance with these categories [1] - Each award category, including the new Computer Science award, will have a prize amount of 1.2 million USD [1] Summary by Category Award Establishment - The Shaw Prize in Computer Science is a natural extension of the existing award system, reflecting the significant impact of computer science on various aspects of human activity [1] Nomination and Selection - The new award will follow the same nomination and selection criteria as the existing awards, ensuring consistency across all categories [1] Prize Amount - Each award, including the newly established Computer Science award, will offer a prize of 1.2 million USD, maintaining parity with the other categories [1]