The Joan and Joseph Birman Fellowship for the Advancement of Women Scholars
This fellowship supports midcareer women mathematicians whose research and professional activities advance the participation and success of women in mathematics.
Funder: American Mathematical Society
Due Dates: July 15, 2026 (Application opens) | September 30, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: One award of $75,000 for the 2027–2028 academic year; AMS membership included for the fellowship period.
Summary: Supports midcareer women mathematicians whose work advances the participation and success of women in mathematics.
Description
The Joan and Joseph Birman Fellowship for the Advancement of Women Scholars is a prestigious, midcareer research fellowship administered by the American Mathematical Society (AMS). Its primary aim is to provide significant research support to exceptionally talented women mathematicians whose achievements and professional activities have contributed to advancing the participation, retention, and success of women in mathematics. The fellowship is designed to address the underrepresentation of women at the highest levels of mathematical research by enabling recipients to focus on their research and further their impact in the field. The award may be used flexibly to support research activities, such as release time, travel, or childcare.
