CMI-HIMR Summer School on Random Geometries and Random Matrices

Date: 1 - 5 June 2026

Location: University of Bristol

Influential conjectures from quantum chaos state that the spectral properties of chaotic systems are universal and given by random matrix theory. Startling heuristics have been provided by mathematical physics, but many are yet to be realised as a formal proof. 

These past few years have seen significant breakthroughs in the study of random regular graphs where random matrix statistics have been obtained, as well as promising developments in the field of random hyperbolic surfaces. 

This school will present the rich history of random matrix theory, communicate some of the key ideas behind these exciting advances, and provide an opportunity for new collaborations.

The school will feature three short courses, each comprising four lectures. In addition there will be several guest lectures and problem sessions.