SIAM Activity Group on Linear Algebra Best Paper Prize

Prize Description

The SIAM Activity Group on Linear Algebra Best Paper Prize (SIAG/LA Best Paper Prize) is awarded every three years to the author(s) of the most outstanding paper, as determined by the selection committee, on a topic in applicable linear algebra in the four calendar years preceding the award year.

Read the full prize specifications.

Eligibility Criteria

The qualifying paper must contain significant research contributions to the field of linear algebra, as commonly defined in the mathematical literature, with direct or potential applications. The paper must have been published in English in a peer-reviewed journal in the four calendar years preceding the award year.

For the 2027 award, the paper must have been published between the dates of January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2026.

Required Materials

• Nominator’s letter of recommendation for candidate paper
• Bibliographic citation for candidate paper
• Digital version of the candidate paper (PDF required)

About the Award

The SIAG/LA Best Paper Prize includes a certificate containing the citation. As part of the award, the recipient will be invited to give a brief plenary talk at the conference. SIAM will reimburse the recipient for reasonable travel expenses incurred in giving the talk.

Learn more about the past recipients and selection committees.

Award Date

The prize will next awarded at the 2027 SIAM Conference on Applied Linear Algebra.

Award Presentation

The Chair of the SIAM Activity Group on Linear Algebra will announce the award at SIAM Conference on Applied Linear Algebra and present the award to the recipient(s). An announcement of the award recipient(s) will appear in SIAM News and the activity group's newsletter.