• Recently, Computer scientist Hari Balakrishnan was awarded the 2023 Marconi Prize.
• Balakrishnan has been cited for fundamental contributions to wired and wireless networking, mobile sensing, and distributed systems.

About the prize

• The Marconi Prize is a top honour for computer scientists and is awarded by the U.S.-based Marconi Foundation.
• It is given to those who have made a significant contribution to increasing digital inclusivity through advanced information and communications technology.
• The Prize recipients are recommended by an independent selection committee and approved by the Marconi Society Board.