Masaki Kashiwara Wins 2025 Abel Prize for Transformative Mathematical Contributions

The Japanese mathematician is honored for foundational work in algebraic analysis and representation theory, becoming the first Japanese recipient of the prestigious award.

Masaki Kashiwara, a professor at Kyoto University, has been awarded the 2025 Abel Prize for his groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, including the development of D-modules and crystal bases.
Kashiwara is the first Japanese national to receive the Abel Prize, a recognition often referred to as the 'Nobel Prize of mathematics.'
His work has had a profound impact on algebraic analysis and representation theory, solving complex problems such as the Riemann-Hilbert problem and influencing the field for decades.
The Abel Prize includes a monetary award of 7.5 million Norwegian kroner and will be presented at a ceremony in Oslo on May 20, 2025.
At 78, Kashiwara remains an active researcher, currently working on advanced topics like the representation theory of quantum affine algebras.