(posted 2023/07/01, updated 2023/06/30)Description: The Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute (SLMath, formerly MSRI) Summer Research in Mathematics program provides space, funding, and the opportunity for in-person collaboration to small groups of mathematicians, especially women and gender-expansive individuals, whose ongoing research may have been disproportionately affected by various obstacles including family obligations, professional isolation, or access to funding. Through this effort, SLMath aims to mitigate the obstacles faced by these groups, improve the odds of research project completion, and deepen their research experience. The ultimate goal of this program is to enhance the mathematical sciences as a whole by positively affecting the research and careers of all of its participants and assisting their efforts to maintain involvement in the research community. The priority application deadline is October 8, 2023. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis after this date until capacity is reached. Eligibility:
Applications require a Project Description, a statement on alignment with program goals, as well as additional information. The Project Description should not exceed four pages, should be aimed at a broad mathematical audience, and must contain the following:
The statement on alignment with program goals should not exceed two pages. This statement should describe why the proposed group and collaboration fits with the aims of the program which are “provid[ing] space, funding, and the opportunity for in-person collaboration to small groups of mathematicians, especially women and gender-expansive individuals, whose ongoing research may have been disproportionately affected by various obstacles including family obligations, professional isolation, or access to funding. Through this effort, SLMath aims to mitigate the obstacles faced by these groups, improve the odds of research project completion, and deepen their research experience. The ultimate goal of this program is to enhance the mathematical sciences as a whole by positively affecting the research and careers of all of its participants and assisting their efforts to maintain involvement in the research community.” In particular, this statement should outline any obstacles faced by the proposed group members, as well as describe how participation in SRiM will positively affect the careers of each participant.
Selection Process: In choosing the groups, preference may be given to teams made up of a majority of US citizens and Permanent Residents, teams whose members come from a variety of institutions, teams made up of members at various stages of their careers, and proposals related to core mathematics. The impact on women’s careers will be an important factor in making the final decisions. Funding: The following support is provided:
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