The AWM Birman Research Prize honors outstanding early-career research by women in topology, geometry, or related fields, awarded biennially to support and recognize exceptional contributions.
Funder: Association for Women in Mathematics
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2028 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: Recognition prize; specific monetary amount not disclosed; awarded biennially.
Summary: Biennial prize honoring outstanding early-career research by women in topology, geometry, and related fields.
Key Information: For women at US institutions within 10 years of Ph.D. or pre-tenure; self-nominations allowed.
The biennial research prize recognizes outstanding contributions by women in topology, geometry, geometric group theory, and related areas. Established in 2013 by the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM), the prize aims to highlight exceptional research and support the career advancement of early-career women mathematicians. It is made possible through the generosity of Joan Birman and Joseph Birman. The prize is awarded every other year and is presented at the Joint Mathematics Meetings in odd years.