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Mathematics Münster brings together leading mathematicians and the next generation of researchers. Our cutting-edge master's, doctoral and postdoctoral programmes are constantly refined, providing the foundation for a successful academic career. We foster early academic independence on the basis of structural autonomy: take charge of your own research project, organise a conference and sharpen your profile with impulses for your long-term career pathway.

At Mathematics Münster we are convinced that an excellent research environment advances through the drive for knowledge and exchange of perspectives. We complement existing academic structures with a community-first approach, embodied in our Common Room - an inspiration hub that connects researchers across all identities, traits, mathematical fields and career stages.

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Career Advancement

Mathematics Münster provides plenty of resources and structured opportunities that accelerate professional growth and expand scientific networks.

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Family and Career

Enhancing the compatibility of academic work and family life, providing structural and financial support that eases the career-family balance for researchers, is one of our goals.

Career News

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YAM Fellows showcase their research

On 1 July 2026, the three graduates of the Young African Mathematicians (YAM) Fellowship Programme, David Jean Baptiste Bilong, Gilles Jordan Pedieu Tcheuha, and Miarisoa Elalie Rasamimanana, presented the results of their research projects.

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New Young Research Fellow: Jan Nienhaus

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Jan Nienhaus will be visiting Mathematics Münster as a Young Research Fellow from mid-July until the end of September. He is a Hedrick Assistant Adjunct Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles. His research lies in the field of Riemannian geometry, with a particular focus on lower curvature bounds and their interactions with symmetry and topology. During his stay at our Cluster he will collaborate with Dennis Wulle and is also one of the organisers of the Young Geometers Meeting.

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New episode of 'On a Tangent'

with Nataniel Marquis

Listen to the new podcast episode. Nataniel Marquis works in p-adic geometry and talks with Carlo about their enthusiasm for mathematics, Batman’s influence on it, the French education system, and how dancing and music help them clear their mind. In the video, Nataniel explains how the notion of space and complex geometry can be adapted to the p-adic framework.

Events
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International Women in Maths Day 2026

Programme 11 – 13 May 2026

We are celebrating women in mathematics with several activities from 11-13 May 2026 in the context of "May12 initiative", the International Women in Maths Day. Check the programme and join in!