Summary
The International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM), to be held in Philadelphia, PA, from July 23 to 30, 2026, is the leading global venue for mathematical exchange and a key driver of research directions and international collaboration. It is also an increasingly important platform for advancing interdisciplinary areas such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing, where mathematical innovation underpins rapid technological progress. Mid-career mathematicians, typically 8 to 20 years beyond the PhD, play a pivotal role in this ecosystem. They lead research programs, mentor early-career
