International Fundamental Sciences Congress Opens in Beijing

The International Congress of Basic Sciences 2026 (ICBS 2026) opened in Beijing on August 9. The event gathers notable figures from the global scientific community to discuss foundational research.

Among the attendees are four Fields Medal laureates, considered the highest honor in mathematics: Shing-Tung Yau, Maxim Kontsevich, Martin Hairer, and Caucher Birkar. Additionally, Turing Award recipient Robert Tarjan, a distinguished computer scientist, is participating.

The congress aims to foster international collaboration and knowledge exchange within basic sciences. It provides a platform for addressing complex challenges and sharing cutting-edge research findings across disciplines like mathematics and physics.

This gathering in Beijing offers a forum for researchers worldwide to convene, exchange insights, and network. The program includes lectures and discussions intended to inspire future scientific endeavors and collaborations.