Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research

The Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research (HIMR) is a partnership between UK government and the UK mathematics research community. It began its life in 2005, and has hubs in Bristol, London and Manchester. The Institute employs Postdoctoral Research Fellows in several UK universities, and funds PhD studentships across the UK. It supports UK-based events and focused research activities. It coordinates research activities that bring some of most outstanding individuals worldwide into the UK for visits.

Recent News

  • Heilbronn Annual Conference 2025
    The Heilbronn Annual Conference is the institute’s flagship event. It takes place over two days and it covers a broad range of mathematics, including algebra,…
  • Science 2040: A Vision for the Future
    The Heilbronn Institute is pleased to be featured in the recently published Royal Society’s Science 20240 interim report as a case study (see page 20).  Science 2040…
  • 20th Anniversary of the Heilbronn Institute | 2005 – 2025
    This year marks the 20th anniversary of the foundation of the Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research.  Founded as a partnership between the UK mathematics community…
  • Congratulations to Steven Robertson
    Congratulations to Steven Robertson who has been offered a Heilbronn Fellowship at Manchester starting this autumn. Steven is currently a 4th year PhD student in Manchester funded…
  • Congratulations to Jenny Roberts
    Congratulations to Jenny Roberts who has been offered a Heilbronn Fellowship at King’s College London starting this autumn. Jenny is currently a 4th year PhD…

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