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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Last week, we were delighted to welcome Jennifer Holm, the 2026 recipient of the Margaret Sinclair Memorial Award, for her award lecture, “Supporting Future Mathematics Teachers: Why Mathematics Knowledge for Teaching Matters.” Congratulations again to Jennifer on this well-deserved honour! 🎉

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

💡 Join us for the final presentations from the Fields-RBC-IP Challenge. Student teams will present their work, and judges will decide which projects are most likely to become viable products or businesses. Register today: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🥪 Mathematicians build a long-awaited graph sandwich. The proof of a decades-old conjecture has given researchers a new way to understand complex networks. Read more ⬇️ www.quantamagazine.org/mathematicia...

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Mathematicians Build Long-Awaited Graph Sandwich | Quanta Magazine

The proof of a decades-old conjecture has given researchers a new way to understand complex networks.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

AI is rapidly changing mathematics, raising urgent questions about how we use it and its impact. Join Fields for Engaging with the Leiden Declaration, a five-session workshop exploring its recommendations as “open problems in practice.” Register today: www.fields.utoronto.ca/activities/2...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📣 Nominations for the 2027 CRM-Fields-PIMS Prize are open from now until November 1st! The premier Canadian award for research achievements in mathematics, the prize recognizes exceptional contributions with breadth, depth and international impact. Submit your nomination today: shorturl.at/u6Zhm

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🌌 What is math’s mysterious Langlands program really about? Hidden correspondences hint at a deeper structure to the mathematical universe. Read more as Quanta Magazine columnist Natalie Wolchover unpacks one of those connections and asks mathematicians what they might mean. ⬇️

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What Is Math’s Mysterious Langlands Program Really About? | Quanta Magazine

Hidden correspondences hint at a deeper structure to the mathematical universe. Our columnist unpacks one of those connections and asks mathematicians what they might mean.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

☕🍪 What do coffee, cookies, and mathematics have in common? Every day at 3 pm, the Institute undergoes a phase transition—from scattered mathematicians to one buzzing crowd! Our September newsletter explores percolation theory, while also serving up the latest news from Fields: shorturl.at/xS9lK

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🧩 ‘Stunning’ percolation proof solves decades-old puzzle about phase transitions. Mathematicians found that a broad class of networks will abruptly shift behaviour past a critical point. Read more ⬇️

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‘Stunning’ Percolation Proof Solves Decades-Old Puzzle About Phase Transitions | Quanta Magazine

Mathematicians found that a broad class of networks will abruptly shift behavior past a critical point.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🤖🧮 What happens when AI takes on mathematical problems that have challenged researchers for decades? Breaking Points chats with Daniel Litt, Assistant Professor of Mathematics at the UofT, to explore recent breakthroughs in AI-assisted mathematics and what they could mean for future discovery.

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Mathematicians STUNNED After AI Solves 10 Decades Old Problems

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Still feeling Fields Medal fever? You’re in luck! There are a few remaining in-person spots for the 2026 Fields Medal Symposium honouring Hugo Duminil-Copin. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience this special event live; register today: www.fields.utoronto.ca/activities/2...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

💡 Graduate student proves a quantum uncertainty principle for fractals. The math, which combines chaos, quantum theory, and infinitely complex fractal structures, has been called a “foundational result.” Read more ⬇️

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Graduate Student Proves the Fractal Uncertainty Principle | Quanta Magazine

The math, which combines chaos, quantum theory, and infinitely complex fractal structures, has been called a “foundational result.”

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

This week, we were pleased to welcome students from Tongji University to the Fields Institute as part of their participation in Rotman’s Math-Driven AI and Quantitative Finance program. Thank you for visiting, and we hope you enjoyed your time at Fields!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

📬 The August newsletter is here! This month, we’re celebrating Jacob Tsimerman becoming the first Canada-based Fields Medallist – a historic moment for Canadian mathematics. Read all about it and more in the August newsletter: us15.campaign-archive.com?u=409ac47d10...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🏞️ How can fractals help us understand erosion and the evolution of landscapes? Former Fields Postdoctoral Fellow Therese Basa Landry is using mathematics to improve our understanding of landscape change, landslides, and debris flows. Read the full story from UC Santa Barbara:

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UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellow uses fractals to study erosion

UC President's Postdoctoral Fellow Therese Basa Landry will be using her expertise in fractal geometry

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

🥇 Sometimes being first means seeing the end before anyone else. Determination and effort propelled Jacob Tsimerman to the top of the math world. But now that he’s won a Fields Medal, he worries that the field is in jeopardy. Read more ⬇️

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Jacob Tsimerman Wins 2026 Fields Medal for André-Oort Conjecture Proof | Quanta Magazine

Determination and effort propelled Jacob Tsimerman to the top of the math world. But now that he’s won a Fields Medal, he worries that the field is in jeopardy.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

☀️📚 From research meetings to Niagara Falls, the Toronto Islands, shared dinners, and more, it’s been a memorable summer so far for our FUSRP students. We’re thrilled to host such a talented group of young researchers and to see the friendships that have grown alongside their mathematical work!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🏅 Meet the 2026 Fields and Abacus Medalists! Every four years, the math world’s preeminent awards are given to the finest minds of a generation. The young winners — all under 40 on the first day of the year — have reshaped mathematics and theoretical computer science. Read their stories ⬇️

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2026 Fields and Abacus Medals | Quanta Magazine

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🎉 Huge congratulations to Jacob Tsimerman on being awarded the 2026 Fields Medal! A professor at the U of T and long-time member of the Fields community, Jacob's groundbreaking work in number theory has earned international recognition. Read more: shorturl.at/mzCiS #FieldsMedal

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · 23/07/2026

‘Nobel Prize of mathematics’: #UofT mathematician Jacob Tsimerman awarded prestigious Fields Medal 🏅 uoft.me/jacob

Jacob Tsimerman receives the Fields Medal (photo by Allie Ippolito)

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🏅 You're invited! Join us for a live watch party of the International Congress of Mathematicians 2026 Fields Medal Opening Ceremony & Prize Winner Press Conference. www.fields.utoronto.ca/activities/2... 📅 Thursday, July 23 ⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 📍 BA1180, Bahen Centre, 40 St. George St.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

🧠📖 The Summer 2026 edition of Fields Notes is here! Explore how mathematics is helping unlock the mysteries of the brain through articles adapted from our recent Mathematics of Neuroscience Thematic Program. Read the latest issue today: www.fields.utoronto.ca/sites/defaul...

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Embajada de España en Canadá @embespcanada.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Colaboramos con @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social , el gran instituto mundial de las matemáticas. @utoronto.ca #UofT We are collaborating with @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social , the world’s leading mathematics institute. @utoronto.ca #UofT

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

⚽️🐠 What do goldfish and other animal "oracles" have in common? Their predictions have captivated sports fans—but is there any math behind them? Our July newsletter explores the world of animal predictions, plus the latest news, events, and opportunities from Fields. mailchi.mp/08fa10d3703f...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

✍️ From chalkboard ideas to new beginnings. After six months as a Visiting Scholar at Fields, Nathaniel Sagman is heading to a tenure-track position at UNC Chapel Hill. Thank you for being part of our community; we wish you all the best in this exciting next chapter!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

🌈💻 As Pride Month continues, we're reflecting on the legacy of Alan Turing—pioneering mathematician, codebreaker, and widely recognized as the father of computer science. Turing's story is a reminder of the resilience, contributions, and lasting impact of LGBTQ2S+ individuals. Learn more ⬇️

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Alan Turing - Celebrating the life of a genius

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

🤖📢 How Terry Tao became an evangelist for AI in math. With automated proof-checkers, a problem can be broken up into small chunks, solved bit-by-bit, then reassembled with confidence that every piece is correct. For some, this heralds a new area in mathematical research. Read more ⬇️

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How Terry Tao Became an Evangelist for AI in Math | Quanta Magazine

With automated proof-checkers, a problem can be broken up into small chunks, solved bit-by-bit, then reassembled with confidence that every piece is correct. For some, this heralds a new area in mathe...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Wampum belts are more than art; they also carry mathematical meaning. Through patterns, symmetry, and spatial reasoning, they encode history, treaties, and Indigenous knowledge. Check out this video from Trent University’s Knowledge Holders Series to learn more. #IndigenousHistoryMonth

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The Knowledge Holders Series: Maurice Switzer - Wampum Belts

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🚀 The Fields-RBC-IP Challenge has officially kicked off! Over the next 12 weeks, student teams will explore how patented technologies can be transformed into viable products and businesses. We can’t wait to see the innovation and entrepreneurial thinking this year's cohort brings!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

⚽📈 As the beautiful game kicks off today, and we're wondering, can math help predict the next World Cup champion? A mathematician who correctly predicted the last three World Cup winners has made his 2026 pick using statistical, economic, and demographic data. Read more:

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Joachim Klement predicts the Netherlands to win the 2026 World Cup | The mathematician who got three right

Joachim Klement, the German economist who correctly predicted the champions of 2014, 2018 and 2022, predicts the Netherlands will win the 2026 World Cup.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Whether it's research, collaboration, or community-building, there's always something happening at Fields! We're grateful to everyone who helps make the Institute such a dynamic place for mathematical discovery. 📸 Check out a few recent snaps from life lately at Fields.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

☕️ “A mathematician is a machine for turning coffee into theorems,” said Alfréd Rényi. But as of last month, it seems a different liquid may be fuelling mathematical discovery. Read all about it (and more) in the latest Fields Institute newsletter: us15.campaign-archive.com?u=409ac47d10...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

🎉 FUSRP 2026 is officially underway at Fields! Over the coming weeks, these talented undergraduate researchers will explore a wide range of mathematical topics, work closely with mentors, and become part of our research community. We’re looking forward to following their journey this summer!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month! This month, we’re celebrating the contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ mathematicians whose ideas, research, and leadership have helped shape the field. Mathematics is strengthened by diverse perspectives, and we are proud to support an inclusive community where everyone can thrive.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

✨ Happy Indigenous History Month! Indigenous math isn't just about numbers and equations, it involves culture, spirituality and more. Professor Edward Doolittle, a Mohawk from Six Nations, sees math as something embedded in Creation itself. Take a listen to his talk at the University of Waterloo:

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

🌌✨ Today is the final day of the 2026 Coxeter Lecture Series with Mihalis Dafermos, which explored the mathematics of black holes. Thank you to Professor Dafermos for sharing his insights, and to everyone who came out and made the lectures such a success!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

🧱 Two researchers are rebuilding mathematics from the ground up. By replacing the most fundamental concept in topology, Peter Scholze and Dustin Clausen are taking the first step in a far bigger program to understand why numbers behave the way they do. Read more ⬇️

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Two Researchers Are Rebuilding Mathematics From the Ground Up | Quanta Magazine

By replacing the most fundamental concept in topology, Peter Scholze and Dustin Clausen are taking the first step in a far bigger program to understand why numbers behave the way they do.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

🌌✨ Registration is open for the 2026 Coxeter Lecture Series at the Fields Institute, featuring speaker Mihalis Dafermos! Register now: www.fields.utoronto.ca/activities/2...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

🚀 The May newsletter is here, and we are blasting off with stories from space! From the awe of Artemis II to breakthroughs in solving the Asteroid Routing Problem, this month’s newsletter explores scientific ambition that reminds us what’s possible. ⬇️ us15.campaign-archive.com?u=409ac47d10...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

A huge thank you to Professor Stephanie Dick for giving this year’s Keyfitz Lecture in Mathematics and the Social Sciences! Her thought-provoking lecture, Mathematical Universalism and its Discontents, made the room come alive with curiosity and conversation. 📸Swipe to see some snaps from the day!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

🎉Happy International Women in Mathematics Day! Today, we are celebrating the brilliant women whose ideas, discoveries, and research continue to shape the world of mathematics. From foundational theories to breakthroughs in cryptography, data science, topology, and beyond, their impact is everywhere.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

✍️✨ A little appreciation post for beautiful penmanship. Amid a busy week of conference sessions, one of our visitors took to the chalkboard, and the result was so satisfying we had to snap a pic!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

🏆 The CRM-Fields-PIMS Prize Lecture Series returns with 2026 winner Robert McCann! Join us on June 10th for his talk: “The monopolist's free boundary problem in the plane: an excursion into the economic value of private information.” Register today: www.fields.utoronto.ca/activities/2...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🌸 Spring is finally in bloom! To celebrate, staff and friends of Fields took a trip to the park to enjoy Toronto’s cherry blossoms at their peak. 📸 Swipe through for a few highlights from our springtime reset.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

🤖 The AI revolution in math has arrived. AI is being used to prove new results at a rapid pace. Mathematicians think this is just the beginning. Read more ⬇️

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The AI Revolution in Math Has Arrived | Quanta Magazine

AI is being used to prove new results at a rapid pace. Mathematicians think this is just the beginning.

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

🌏🌿 Happy Earth Day! As we celebrate the incredible planet we call home, let's take a moment to appreciate how mathematics can help us see its beauty more clearly. Have a look as group theorist Sarah Hart explores connections between math, nature and the arts.

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The Math Hiding in Plain Sight

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Can a machine know everything that's true? For decades, mathematicians and computer scientists tried to find out. Their story, and what it reveals about power, knowledge and artificial intelligence, is the subject of this year's Keyfitz Lecture. Register now: www.fields.utoronto.ca/activities/2...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for a fascinating lecture by Simon Brendle (Columbia University) on Minimal Surfaces and the Isoperimetric Inequality. 📸 Here are just a few moments from the day!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Last week, we were happy to welcome ISED Ontario Regional Director Philippe Renoir and Regional Manager Vanessa Garofalo to Fields for a tour of the building and a great chat about some of our programs. Thank you for stopping by!

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

April in Toronto means experiencing multiple seasons… in a single day. In our latest newsletter, we explore this unpredictability—from “microseason” weather swings to the mathematics behind fashion trends. All that and more. Read the latest ➡️ us15.campaign-archive.com?u=409ac47d10...

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The Fields Institute @fieldsinstitute.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The Erdős Institute's Summer 2026 Cohort Enrolment is Now Open! Learn more and register today: www.erdosinstitute.org/cohort/summe...

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