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they're similar levels of prestige

Within their respective fields, not in general. What makes the Nobel so unique and desirable is that everybody knows what it is and is impressed by it. Mentioning that you've won a Nobel prize will impress people and open doors in virtually any circumstance. Saying you have a Turing award will mostly lead to blank stares from anybody outside the field.



It also lets you co-host the Ig Nobels, if that’s a more meaningful accomplishment to you.




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