John R. Haddock

John R. Haddock is a Professor of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Memphis, holding the Dunavant Professorship since 2009. With continuous service since 1980, he serves as an NSF Program Officer under the Intergovernmental Personnel Act and co-founded the Center for Research & Innovation in STEM Teaching And Learning (CRISTAL). His leadership includes interim roles as Department Chair and College of Arts & Sciences Dean.

Haddock's research bridges theoretical mathematics and educational innovation. In differential equations, he investigates stability theory, invariance principles, and qualitative behavior of solutions for functional and integral equations. His STEM education work focuses on undergraduate retention, developing programs like MemphiSTEP and Math Bridge Bootcamps to address challenges in mathematics instruction through blended learning and targeted interventions.

His publication trends reveal dual trajectories: ongoing contributions to mathematical theory (evidenced by 2023 work on Lyapunov methods) and impactful educational scholarship, particularly in blended instruction effectiveness and STEM talent expansion. This synergy positions him at the intersection of advanced mathematics and pedagogical innovation.

Honors include:

• Thomas W. Briggs Foundation Teaching Award (2011)
• Dunavant Professorship of Mathematics (2009)
• PAEMST National Selection Committee membership
• Mathematical Association of America Professional Development Committee (2009-2012)
• Meritorious Faculty Award (1992)

Haddock has advised five PhD students to completion and secured over $4 million in external funding. Key grants include the $2M NSF MemphiSTEP program (2007-2014), ONR's $1.5M Shareable Knowledge Objects project (2013-2014), and Tennessee's Math-Science Partnership ($600k, 2007-2010). His work emphasizes translating research into practical educational strategies.

As CRISTAL co-founder and co-director (2010-2012), he fostered interdisciplinary collaboration in STEM education. His documentary film production and museum curation on Memphis baseball history demonstrate commitment to community engagement beyond traditional academic boundaries.