Department of Mathematics

2026 Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual Achievement

The Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual Achievement is the Academy’s premier recognition of excellence in scholarship. This prestigious annual prize, open to scholars across diverse fields and disciplines, honors those...Read more about Congratulations to Alexander Givental on being awarded a 2026 Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual Achievement from the American Academy of Sciences and Letters.

2027 Class of Fellows of the AMS

The Fellows of the American Mathematical Society program recognizes members who have made outstanding contributions to the creation, exposition, advancement, communication, and utilization of mathematics.

See the ...Read more about Congratulations to Professor Amir Mohammadi on his selection to the 2027 Class of Fellows of the American Mathematical Society.

UC Berkeley mathematicians paid tribute to Alexandre Chorin, a longtime faculty member whose work underlies modern computational fluid dynamics. Chorin passed away on October 19 at the age of 88.

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UC Berkeley welcomes rising stars in math and physics...and a trio of Stellar Mathematicians

UC Berkeley is welcoming a powerhouse lineup of trailblazing scientists to advance its research enterprise.

The Division of Mathematical & Physical Sciences has completed six searches for new...Read more about UC Berkeley welcomes rising stars in math and physics