The Saga of Vint Cerf
Category
Scientists & Inventors
Era / Tenure
Active Era
Leaderboard Rank
#119 in Scientists & Inventors
Verified Hearts
40,869 Hearts
BIOGRAPHICAL OVERVIEW
Profile & Background
Vinton Gray Cerf (; born June 23, 1943) is an American Internet pioneer and is recognized as one of "the fathers of the Internet", sharing this title with TCP/IP co-developer Robert Kahn.
CAREER & LEGACY
Notable Works & Impact in Scientists & Inventors
He has received honorary degrees and awards that include the National Medal of Technology, the Turing Award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Marconi Prize, and membership in the National Academy of Engineering.
Key Milestone & Career Defining Moment
He has received honorary degrees and awards that include the National Medal of Technology, the Turing Award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Marconi Prize, and membership in the National Academy of Engineering.
