CDC at ICM 2026: Advancing Mathematics in the Global South Through Collaboration
The event, hosted by the International Mathematical Union (IMU)’s Commission for Developing Countries (CDC) as part of the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) 2026 in Philadelphia (July 23-30, 2026), aims to highlight the importance of supporting mathematical development in the Global South through collaboration.
The gathering aims to bring together grantees, institutional partners, donors, and mathematicians around the world, and showcase ongoing efforts, share impactful personal narratives, and encourage support across partners.
Through personal stories, poster presentations, and stakeholder dialogue, the event will shine a light on both the challenges and opportunities in advancing mathematics in developing countries.
The 2026 theme, “Mathematical Collaboration in the Global South and Creating Opportunities,” emphasizes the transformative role of partnership and shared vision. By fostering connections among individuals, institutions, and regions, IMU CDC aims to expand access, build capacity, and support growth in mathematical education and research.
Date: 28 July 2026
Time: 16:45-19:00
Location: ICM, Philadelphia, USA
Poster Session 16:45-17:20 in room 117 A
Presenting Institutions:
AIMS
AMU (tbc)
BIRS
EMS-CDC
Heidelberg Laureate Forum and Klaus Tschira Foundation
CDC
CIMPA
CIRM
ICIAM
ICTP
International Centre for Mathematical Sciences (ICMS)
MARM
Mathematische Forschungsinstitut Oberwolfach (MFO)
Niels Henrik Abel Board
SEAMS
TWAS
UMALCA
12 CDC Grantees presenting the impact of the CDC Grants
Special Activity 17:30-19:00 (in room 116 A)
Grantee Sharing
Victor Amarachi Uzor (South Africa) Breakout Grantee
Anjana Pokharel (Nepal) GRAID Grantee
Claudia Lederman (Argentina) Simons Grantee
Panel Discussion
Panalists:
Andrea Solotar (Argentina), CDC President
Angel Pineda (USA), GRAID
Yuri Tschinkel (USA), Simons Foundation
Pascel Hubert (France) CIRM
Jacqueline Godoy Mesquita (Brazil), UMALCA
Jose Emie C. Lope (Philippines) SEAMS
Tbc, African Mathematical Union (AMU)
Moderated by Mariel Sáez Trumper (CDC member) and Ludovic Rifford (CDC Secretary for Policy)