Biennial award recognizing early-career women for outstanding research contributions in algebra, number theory, cryptography, combinatorics, and related fields.
Funder: Association for Women in Mathematics
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Nomination deadline; nomination period is April 1–May 15 of odd-numbered years)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 prize; certificate; feature in AWM Newsletter (biennial award)
Summary: Recognizes outstanding early-career women for exceptional research in algebra, number theory, and related fields.
Key Information: Nominations are open to all; self-nominations permitted with one supporting letter.
The AWM Microsoft Research Prize in Algebra and Number Theory is a biennial award established to honor and advance the careers of women who have made exceptional research contributions in algebra, number theory, cryptography, combinatorics, and related areas. Sponsored by the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) with support from Microsoft Research, the prize aims to increase the visibility of early-career women mathematicians and recognize their impact on the mathematical sciences.