International Congress of Mathematicians facts for kids

The International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) is the biggest meeting for people who love and work with mathematics. It happens once every four years. Think of it like the Olympics for mathematicians! The International Mathematical Union (IMU) organizes this huge event.

What is the ICM?

The ICM is where mathematicians from all over the world come together. They share new ideas and discoveries. It's a chance for them to learn from each other. They also talk about the future of math.

History of the Congress

The first ICM was held in 1897. It took place in Zürich, Switzerland. Two famous mathematicians, Felix Klein and Georg Cantor, helped start it. Since then, it has been held regularly. It only stopped during the two World Wars.

Who attends the ICM?

Thousands of mathematicians attend the ICM. These include professors, researchers, and students. They come from many different countries. It's a truly global event.

What happens at the Congress?

During the congress, mathematicians give talks. They present their latest research. There are also special lectures. These lectures are given by top mathematicians. One of the most famous awards, the Fields Medal, is also given out here. It's like the Nobel Prize for young mathematicians.

Past Congresses

The International Congress of Mathematicians has been held in many cities. These cities are all over the world. Here is a list of some of the places it has taken place:

Year	City	Country
2022	Saint Petersburg	Russia
2018	Rio de Janeiro	Brazil
2014	Seoul	South Korea
2010	Hyderabad	India
2006	Madrid	Spain
2002	Beijing	China
1998	Berlin	Germany
1994	Zürich	Switzerland
1990	Kyoto	Japan
1986	Berkeley	United States
1982 (met during 1983)	Warsaw	Poland
1978	Helsinki	Finland
1974	Vancouver	Canada
1970	Nice	France
1966	Moscow	Soviet Union
1962	Stockholm	Sweden
1958	Edinburgh	United Kingdom
1954	Amsterdam	Netherlands
1950	Cambridge, Massachusetts	United States
1936	Oslo	Norway
1932	Zürich	Switzerland
1928	Bologna	Italy
1924	Toronto	Canada
1920	Strasbourg	France
1912	Cambridge	United Kingdom
1908	Rome	Italy
1904	Heidelberg	German Empire
1900	Paris	France
1897	Zürich	Switzerland

Images for kids

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  The 1932 International Congress of Mathematicians in Zurich, Switzerland

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  A Soviet stamp from 1966 for the Congress in Moscow

See also

In Spanish: Congreso Internacional de Matemáticos para niños