Call for Nominations: LMS Prizes for Mathematics (United Kingdom)

The London Mathematical Society (LMS) is accepting nominations for its prestigious 2027 prizes, which recognize remarkable achievements and contributions in the field of mathematics. These prizes aim to celebrate excellence and inspire both current and future generations of mathematicians. The deadline for nominations is 11 January 2027, at 23:59 (GMT). Opportunity at a Glance

- Provider: London Mathematical Society

- Opportunity Type: Awards and Prizes

- Eligible Applicants: Mathematicians with outstanding achievements

- Eligible Countries: Primarily for UK-based contributions

- Deadline: 11 January 2027, 23:59 (GMT)

About the Opportunity

The LMS Prizes are designed to honor exceptional creativity, contributions, and influence in mathematics. The awards aim to highlight significant accomplishments in both pure and applied mathematics, encouraging diversity and recognizing the inspiring work of mathematicians, especially those from underrepresented groups. Funding and Benefits The LMS offers several prizes, each recognizing different aspects of mathematical excellence:

- Pólya Prize: Celebrates creativity and distinguished contributions to mathematics in the UK.

- Senior Whitehead Prize: Acknowledges significant work, influence, or service in mathematics, including outstanding lecturing abilities.

- Naylor Prize and Lectureship in Applied Mathematics: Focuses on contributions to applied mathematics and its applications.

- Berwick Prize: Awarded for an outstanding mathematical research paper published by the LMS within the last eight years.

- Whitehead Prizes: Up to six awards for mathematicians with less than 15 years of post-doctoral experience.

- Anne Bennett Prize: Recognizes work that has served as an inspiration for women in mathematics.

Who Is Eligible? - Mathematicians with significant contributions to the field. - Specific prizes have additional criteria, such as geographic location or years of experience. - The Berwick Prize is limited to authors with less than 15 years’ full-time involvement in mathematics. - The Whitehead Prizes target post-doctoral mathematicians with up to 15 years of experience. Eligible Activities or Priority Areas - Creativity and exposition in mathematics. - Influential research and application of mathematical principles. - Inspirational contributions to the mathematical community, particularly encouraging diversity and representation. Why This Opportunity Matters The LMS Prizes are vital in recognizing and promoting excellence in mathematics, thus fostering an environment that values diverse contributions and encourages upcoming talents. By highlighting significant achievements, the LMS aims to inspire continued innovation and creativity in mathematics. How to Apply - Review the criteria and guidelines for each prize on the LMS Prizes page. - Prepare a nomination that includes information about the nominee’s contributions and qualifications. - Submit nominations for specific prizes through the provided online forms: - Berwick Prize Nomination - Pólya Prize Nomination - LMS Prizes (excluding Berwick and Pólya) Nomination - Ensure all nominations are submitted by 11 January 2027, 23:59 (GMT). Next Steps Eligible nominators should consult the official LMS guidelines to ensure all nomination materials meet the required standards. For further inquiries, contact the Prizes Committee at prizes@lms.ac.uk.