AWM Joan & Joseph Birman Research Prizes in Topology and Geometry
This biennial prize honors early-career women for outstanding research contributions in topology, geometry, and related mathematical fields.
Funder: Association for Women in Mathematics
Due Dates: May 15, 2026 (Nomination submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Prize award; specific amount not disclosed; awarded biennially.
Summary: Biennial prize recognizing early-career women for exceptional research in topology, geometry, and related fields.
Description
The AWM Joan & Joseph Birman Research Prize in Topology and Geometry is a biennial award established by the Association for Women in Mathematics to honor and advance the careers of women who have made outstanding contributions to topology, geometry, geometric group theory, and related areas. The prize aims to highlight exceptional research by early-career women and bring their achievements to the attention of the mathematical community. The award is made possible by the generosity of Joan Birman, a prominent mathematician in low-dimensional topology, and Joseph Birman, a theoretical physicist.
