NCTS Call for Applications

2027 SLMath Summer Graduate School

The Mathematics Division of the National Center for Theoretical Sciences (NCTS) is pleased to invite applications from full-time students enrolled at a university or research institution in Taiwan who wish to attend a 2027 Summer Graduate School organized by the Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute (SLMath), formerly the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute (MSRI).

SLMath is one of the world’s leading mathematical research institutes. Each year, it organizes many high-quality conferences, workshops, and summer and winter schools. NCTS is a full-level academic sponsor of SLMath. As such, students nominated by NCTS may receive full local support from SLMath, as well as travel support of up to USD 700. NCTS will cover any remaining travel expenses for these students.

The 2027 Summer Graduate School program currently includes 11 summer schools, which will be held either at SLMath in Berkeley or at SLMath-affiliated institutions around the world. The most up-to-date information and details about the program are available at the following link: 2027 SLMath SGS

Students wishing to apply to any of these schools should submit the following materials to NCTS by November 5, 2026:

• Curriculum vitae
• Academic transcript(s)
• A letter indicating which school the applicant wishes to attend. The letter should also describe the applicant’s academic background, explain the academic benefits the applicant expects to gain from attending the school, and outline the applicant’s plans for future research.
• The names, affiliations, and email addresses of two faculty members who are familiar with the applicant’s academic achievements.

All application materials should be sent to apply2@ncts.tw.

SLMath aims to promote diversity among its summer school participants. NCTS therefore particularly encourages applications from qualified female students.

To inspire and inform prospective students, participants in the 2026 Summer Schools and overseas academic visits will share their experiences at a hybrid special event titled “Gateway to the World: Student Presentations after Academic Visits Abroad” on September 21. Event details are available on the NCTS website. Interested students are warmly encouraged to attend.