To help recognize the many important types of contributions to mathematics, we have created Alternative Fields Medals. These will be awarded in four different categories that complement what is recognized by the original Fields Medals. These categories (all of equal prestige) are as follows:

1. Excellence in mathematics research by somebody who is currently over the age of 40.

2. Excellence in mathematics research with approaches that are not mathematically rigorous (construed broadly).

3. Excellence in leadership in the mathematics community (construed broadly).

4. Excellence in exposition of mathematics to a popular audience.

Details:

• Thank you to those who contributed nominations for the four categories! (We received suggestions before May 10.)
• For more information, please contact Mason Porter and Evelyn Sander by direct message or e-mail.
• Winners are announced below on May 25, 2022.
• The award consists of a 3D-printed mathematical trophy and some bragging rights.
• The decision for who ultimately receives the award is made solely by Mason Porter and Evelyn Sander. We are speaking on our own behalves and are not representative of anyone else. Our authority is based solely on (1) coming up with the idea and (2) making the trophies.

Here are the winners

1. Excellence in mathematics research by somebody who is currently over the age of 40: Andrew J. Bernoff

Andrew J. Bernoff

2. Excellence in mathematics research with approaches that are not mathematically rigorous (construed broadly): Lenka Zdeborova

Lenka Zdeborová - Wikipedia

3. Excellence in leadership in the mathematics community (construed broadly): Nalini Joshi

Nalini Joshi - Wikipedia