[Association for Women in Mathematics](https://awm-math.org)

May 15, 2027 (Nomination deadline)

$1,000 cash prize; certificate; feature in AWM Newsletter; awarded biennially

Biennial award recognizing outstanding research contributions by women in algebra, number theory, and related fields.

For women within 10 years of PhD or pre-tenure at US institutions; nominations open to all.

--- ## Description The AWM Microsoft Research Prize in Algebra and Number Theory is a biennial award established by the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) to honor women for exceptional research in algebra and number theory, broadly defined to include fields such as cryptography, combinatorics, and related applications. Supported by Microsoft Research, the prize aims to highlight the achievements of early-career women mathematicians and to advance their careers by bringing visibility to their work. The recipient receives a $1,000 cash prize, a certificate, and recognition in the AWM Newsletter. The award is presented at the Joint Mathematics Meetings in January of even-numbered years. --- ## Due Dates - May 15, 2027 (Nomination deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $1,000 cash prize - Certificate of recognition - Feature article in the AWM Newsletter - Awarded every two years (biennially) --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must be a woman based at a US institution. - Must be within 10 years of receiving a PhD or not yet tenured at the nomination deadline. - Open to all nationalities and citizenships. - Nominee must be living at the time of nomination. - Nominations of women from underrepresented minorities are especially encouraged. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are submitted online via [MathPrograms.org](http://www.mathprograms.org/). - Nomination period is typically April 1 through May 15 of odd-numbered years. - Any person may nominate a candidate (self-nominations allowed; if self-nominating, an additional support letter is required). - Nomination packet must include: - A 1–3 page nomination letter highlighting the candidate’s exceptional contributions. - One letter supporting the nomination. - All materials become the property of AWM. --- ## Additional Information - The field of "algebra" is interpreted broadly to include number theory, cryptography, combinatorics, and related applications. - The award is presented at the Joint Prize Session of the Joint Mathematics Meetings in January of even years following the nomination deadline. --- ## External Links - [Program Page (AWM Microsoft Research Prize)](https://awm-math.org/awards/awm-microsoft-research-prize/) - [Nomination Portal (MathPrograms.org)](http://www.mathprograms.org/) - [List of Past Recipients](https://awm-math.org/awards/awm-microsoft-research-prize/#c666d48d74f92a964) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-------------------|------------------------------------------| | Phone | 401-455-4042 | | Email | [awm@awm-math.org](mailto:awm@awm-math.org) | | Program Website | [https://awm-math.org/awards/awm-microsoft-research-prize/](https://awm-math.org/awards/awm-microsoft-research-prize/) |

AWM Microsoft Research Prize in Algebra and Number Theory

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