Mathematicians · Head-to-head
Srinivasa Ramanujan vs Alan Turing
Yes — based on their recorded years, Srinivasa Ramanujan (1887–1920) and Alan Turing (1912–1954) were alive at the same time for at least part of their lives.
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Srinivasa Ramanujan
An Indian mathematician who made substantial contributions to mathematical analysis, number theory, and infinite series.
Key achievements
- Made substantial contributions to mathematical analysis and number theory
- Developed extensive results in infinite series and continued fractions
- Solved mathematical problems that had been considered unsolvable
- Collaborated with British mathematicians despite having little formal training
Fast fact
Ramanujan provided solutions to mathematical problems previously considered unsolvable.
Full profile of Srinivasa Ramanujan →Alan Turing
An English mathematician widely considered the father of theoretical computer science.
Key achievements
- Formalized the concepts of algorithm and computation with the Turing machine
- Made highly influential contributions to the development of theoretical computer science
- Worked as a cryptanalyst during the Second World War
- Is regarded as a foundational figure in modern computing theory
Fast fact
Turing is widely considered to be the father of theoretical computer science.
Full profile of Alan Turing →Who lived first, Srinivasa Ramanujan or Alan Turing?
Srinivasa Ramanujan (1887–1920) lived first, before Alan Turing (1912–1954), based on their recorded years.
Were Srinivasa Ramanujan and Alan Turing contemporaries?
Yes — based on their recorded years, Srinivasa Ramanujan (1887–1920) and Alan Turing (1912–1954) were alive at the same time for at least part of their lives.
What do Srinivasa Ramanujan and Alan Turing have in common?
Both Srinivasa Ramanujan and Alan Turing are grouped among our Mathematicians figures and lived during the Modern Era.