Fields Institute for Research in Mathematical Sciences

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

[Fields Institute] provides a center for mathematical research activity that fosters collaboration, innovation, and education in mathematics, hosting thematic programs, workshops, outreach, and links between academia, industry, and government.

Target Customer

{"Mathematicians and researchers (including graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and senior scientists)","Visiting researchers and incubated companies","Industry partners seeking mathematical research and problem-solving","Universities and academic institutions","Government funders and policy/education stakeholders"}

Key Differentiator

{"The Commercial and Industrial Mathematics (CIM) program acts as a bridge connecting the mathematics community and businesses that benefit from mathematical research","Office space for about 60 visiting members and incubated companies, supporting research and incubation","A multi-university, government-sponsored network (NSERC CTRMS, MCU) with Principal Sponsoring Universities, Affiliate Universities, Corporate Members and Partners","Longstanding focus on mathematics education and impact on public education (e.g., Ontario curriculum revision work via the Mathematics Education Forum)"}

Implementation Timeline

Participation value typically realized within months via thematic programs (1–6 months). Annual programming includes workshops, conferences, courses, and outreach events. Specific case outcomes span the duration of individual programs and collaborations.

Pain Points

1Need to connect high-level mathematical research with real-world industry applications
2Fragmented or limited coordination between academia, industry, and education sectors
3Need for ongoing education/outreach and dissemination of mathematical research to diverse audiences

Key Features

1Thematic and Focus Programs lasting 1 to 6 months, drawing participants from Canada and worldwide
2Regular workshops, conferences, seminars, short courses, and summer schools
3Education and outreach through the Mathematics Education Forum and related activities
4Industry-oriented programs such as CIM to translate mathematics into business solutions
5Publications and knowledge exchange (Fields Mathematics Education Journal; Mathematics-in-Industry Case Studies Journal)
6Fields Research Exchange Program and access to facilities for visiting researchers and incubated companies

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Director
2Deputy Director
3Academic Coordinator Fields Academy K-12 Programs
4Research Manager, Lab for Network Science
5Head of Strategy
6Manager of Communications
7Senior Program Coordinator
8Program Coordinator
9Executive Assistant to the Directorate
10Fields Liaison
11Grant Writer and Facilitator
12Finance Supervisor
13Director of Computing Services
14Financial Controller
15IT Support and Systems Development Officer
16Data Analytics Officer
17Head of Operations
18Digital Communications Officer

Client Results

1Enhanced cross-disciplinary collaboration in mathematics and its applications
2Influence on mathematics education policy and curriculum (e.g., Ontario high school curriculum revision via the Education Forum)
3Increased engagement with industry through CIM and corporate partnerships
4Access to international researchers and opportunities for incubation of companies
5Dissemination of research and case studies through journals and events

Competitive Advantages

1Strong Academia-Industry Bridge via CIM and Corporate Members
2Extensive sponsorship and partnership network (PSU, Affiliate Universities, government funding)
3Dedicated staff and physical facilities to support visiting members and research incubations
4Integrated education and outreach initiatives with proven influence on public education
5Rigorous program structure for long- and short-term mathematical activities, plus publications

Key Benefits

1Access to thematic programs, workshops, and conferences

2Direct connections to industry through CIM and corporate partnerships

3Influence on education policy and curriculum development

4Opportunity for researcher incubation and international collaboration

5Global and local dissemination through journals and events

Case Studies & Success Stories

Ontario secondary mathematics curriculum revision (1998)

Case #1

The Fields Institute's Mathematics Education Forum contributed to the Ontario high school mathematics curriculum revision carried out through a contract with the provincial Department of Education.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A centre for mathematical research activity hosting thematic programs, workshops, courses, education/outreach, and industry partnerships; designed to foster collaboration among academia, industry, and government.

Target Market

Academic researchers, universities, industry partners seeking mathematical solutions, educational institutions, and policy makers seeking math education impact.

Unique Value Proposition

A premier, university-based mathematical sciences institute that uniquely combines long-standing cross-university sponsorship, an active industrial mathematics program, robust education/outreach initiatives, and a structured environment for visiting researchers and incubated companies to collaborate and produce impact.

Technical Requirements

No specific technical prerequisites are stated; participation typically requires event registration or invitation, and affiliation with Fields/University of Toronto. Physical address noted: 222 College Street, Toronto, ON.

Pricing Model

Pricing details are not disclosed. The institute is funded by federal/provincial government programs and university sponsorships (NSERC CTRMS, MCU, NSF involvement for US researchers, Principal Sponsoring Universities, Affiliate Universities, Corporate Members).

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