
This June
23 marks 100 years to the birth of Alan Turing, a mathematician, a pioneer in
computer science who contributed in the fields of logic, cryptanalysis,
cognitive science, artificial intelligence and biology. Although it is
recognized in these fields of science, many times their contribution has not
been sufficiently highlighted.
Who was
Alan Turing, and why was it so important? A few days after the celebration of
his birthday, we will briefly review his life.
Turing was
born in London on June 23, 1912, and from an early age showed interest and
talent for mathematics, something that would specialize in college then....