Inspiring Innovation through Research

Applied mathematics, computational and data science are essential to moving society forward and solving many of the world’s most pressing questions and problems. SIAM plays a central role in bringing mathematical and computational scientists together, providing a platform and community for this important work.

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Announcement

SIAM Establishes the Nicholas J. Higham Prize for Research Impacting Scientific Software

The prize is named in memory of Dr. Nicholas J. Higham. Read more about Dr. Higham’s life, career, and accomplishments.

Programs & Initiatives

Deadline Extended on Two SIAM Early Career Programs

SIAM has extended the deadline for two early career programs that begin in 2026: MGB-SIAM Early Career Fellowship Program and SIAM Science Policy Fellowship Program. Applications for both programs are now due November 15!

Conferences & Events

Submissions are open for the 2026 SIAM Annual Meeting (AN26)

Minisymposium proposals are due January 26, 2026 while contributed lecture, poster, miniposterium and minisymposium presentation abstracts are due February 16, 2026.

Connecting the Global Applied Mathematics Community for 70+ Years

Connect with mathematicians, engineers, and scientists around the world through our various communities, volunteer and networking opportunities, prizes and awards, and other ways to participate. 

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Publications

SIAM publishes 18 peer-reviewed research journals that are respected and highly-cited throughout the applied mathematics and computational science community, as well as textbooks and books.

Conferences

SIAM conferences focus on timely topics in applied mathematics and computational science and provide a place for members to exchange ideas and expand their network of colleagues in academia, industry, and labs.

Activity Groups

These groups organize conferences and minisymposia, distribute communications, and award prizes. Members get additional discounts on activity group conferences.

Programs & Initiatives

SIAM programs, including our robust prize program, provide growth, development, and networking opportunities for members of the community, especially students and early career researchers.

Professional Development

Visit the SIAM Job Board, participate in an upcoming career fair, and browse our resources to learn more about the quantitative, mathematical, computing, and analytical skills that are needed in today’s marketplace.

Prizes & Awards

Through SIAM prizes, we recognize applied mathematicians, data and computational scientists for their research contributions, lifetime achievements, and service to the applied mathematical sciences community.

More Than a Membership

Make SIAM Your Community

Meet mathematical scientists who are exploring the vast world of data science, combining elements from various disciplines such as statistics, computer science, machine learning, data visualization, and domain expertise to analyze complex datasets and solve real-world problems. Learn why SIAM membership, conferences, and community benefit scientists around the world. Watch the video.

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Careers in Applied Mathematics

Putting Research Into Action

Applications of mathematics and science are all around us. Learn about important research and discovery that impacts our daily lives and the careers in STEM that are driving this work. 

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