The International Mathematical Union (IMU), with the assistance of FIMU and TWAS is launching a fellowship program to support postgraduate studies, in a developing country, leading to a PhD degree in the mathematical sciences. The IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowships offer a limited number of grants for excellent students from developing countries.

Professional mathematicians are invited to nominate highly motivated and mathematically talented students from developing countries who plan to complete a doctoral degree in a developing country, including their own home country. Nominees must have a consistently good academic record from the high school level and must be seriously interested in pursuing a career of research and teaching in mathematics.

It is the hope of the donors, the IMU, FIMU and TWAS that the fellowship allows students to study in centres of excellence in the developing world, and helps educate the next generation of mathematicians and hopefully results in extended benefits to the home countries of those chosen for the fellowships.

Eligibility Conditions

The nomination form has to be filled out online and be submitted by the nominator. Students cannot apply themselves for the fellowship.

Paper applications are not accepted. Changes after submission are not possible.

Conditions for the Nominator (Professional Mathematician)

•    Professional mathematicians (including those who have superannuated, but continue to mentor young students).

It is preferable that the nominator has been mentoring the nominee.

To read the full call for nominations and other requirements, click here.