Chern Fellowship
The Chern Fellowship from the Institute for Advanced Study supports top mathematics or theoretical computer science researchers for up to 11 months of dedicated research at IAS.
Funder: Institute for Advanced Study
Due Dates: December 1, 2026: Application and reference letters deadline
Funding Amounts: Single award annually; grant level higher than von Neumann Fellowship (competitive senior salary); 2–11 month residency; on-campus housing included.
Summary: Senior fellowship for distinguished mid-to-senior career researchers in mathematics or theoretical computer science to pursue full-time research at IAS for 2–11 months.
Description
The Chern Fellowship, awarded by the Institute for Advanced Study’s School of Mathematics, is a prestigious senior-level fellowship for distinguished researchers in mathematics or theoretical computer science. The fellowship offers a unique opportunity for the recipient to devote themselves entirely to research, free from teaching and administrative duties, while in residence at IAS for a period ranging from 2 to 11 months. The program provides access to on-campus housing and full use of IAS resources, fostering a collaborative and stimulating research environment. Only one Chern Fellow is selected each year from a competitive international pool of applicants.
