Spec$(\bar{Q}(\zeta(3)))$
Description
After the success and impact of Spec$(\overline{Q})$, held at the Fields Institute in 2022, and the second in the series in 2024, Spec$(\bar{Q}(2\pi i))$, we again aim to celebrate and promote research advances of 2SLGBTQI (2-spirited, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex) mathematicians specialising in algebraic geometry, arithmetic geometry, commutative algebra, and number theory. The first two conferences proved to be extremely important to lay the foundations for a fertile, supportive and stimulating scientific queer community in the areas of algebraic geometry, commutative algebra and number theory. Building on the strengths of these earlier iterations, Spec$(\bar{Q}(\zeta(3)))$ will create an empowering and engaging environment which provides 2SLGBTQI visibility in algebraic geometry, will support junior 2SLGBTQI academics, and will crystallise new collaborative networks for participants.
Plenary Speakers
- Shabnam Akhtari, Pennsylvania State University
- Tom Braden, University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Renzo Cavalieri, Colorado State University
- Sarah Frei, Rice University
- Dragos Oprea, University of California, San Diego
- Kris Shaw, University of Oslo
- Chris Sinclair, University of Oregon
If you would like to register for the conference, please do so here: https://portal.fields.utoronto.ca/personal-portal/participation/3310
If you would like to apply for funding to participate in the conference in person, please do so here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8645455/SpecQ-2026-Funding-Application-Form.
We still have funds remaining and encourage people to apply!
Due to the FIFA World Cup 2026, hotel accommodations are very expensive in Toronto (around 500 CAD/night or more). The maximum nightly reimbursement we can offer is 300 CAD/night, so would like to share some alternative options:
- We have reserved a block of rooms for conference participants at Toronto Metropolitan University's International Living Center at 240 Jarvis Street. This is near the gay part of town and a half hour walk or 18 minute bus trip from the Fields Institute. They offer single rooms with private bathrooms and air conditioning. The cost is $150 CAD + tax/night, due upon arrival. For more details see: https://www.torontomu.ca/summer-stay/rooms/ilc/#!accordion-1507223711744... book a room with our block, use promo code: SQB2026. Please book your room as soon as possible, as they can only hold a limited number of rooms at a time. (If all rooms in our block get booked, we can request a second block if still available -- please do move quickly if you're interested in this option!)
- New College Residences on University of Toronto campus has single dorm rooms available with shared hallway washrooms. This is an 8 minute walk from the Fields Institute and costs $72/night. You can book a room at the following link: https://ncsummer.utoronto.ca/book-a-room/. On their website they write: As we have limited gender neutral washrooms and only in Wetmore Hall, please email
if you are specifically looking for this accommodation and we can see if it's possible.
- CampusOne Toronto offers 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom shared apartments. They are located a 2 minute walk from the Fields Institute and a room costs $350-400 CAD/night (approx 100 CAD/room/night). You can email
to request a booking.
- Hotel prices are less expensive further from downtown. Public transportation in Toronto is easy -- you just need your credit card. The Fields Institute is 3 blocks from the Queen's Park subway station.
- Airbnb may be cheaper than a hotel, though we expect their prices to climb quickly too as June approaches.
Please note that the Fields Institute does not work with a third-party company to provide hotel booking services to our participants/visitors. If you receive any emails claiming so, please disregard them as they are scams.
