Daniel Hrozencik

Daniel Hrozencik is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Chicago State University, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Notre Dame (1988) and has been actively contributing to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of mathematics and biology.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, 1988
• M.S., University of Notre Dame, 1985
• B.A., Knox College, 1983

His research interests center on mathematical biology and mathematical modeling, particularly in gene regulatory networks, epidemiological modeling (including recent work on COVID-19 mortality and patient frailty), and interdisciplinary education reform. He employs computational methods such as artificial neural networks, particle swarm optimization, and self-organizing maps to analyze complex biological systems.

The recent publications show a strong trend toward integrating machine learning with traditional mathematical modeling in biology, especially in understanding gene regulation and pandemic dynamics. His work often bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in public health and education.

Professional Memberships:

• Intercollegiate Biomathematics Alliance
• American Mathematical Society
• Society for Mathematical Biology
• Phi Beta Kappa

Daniel Hrozencik has advised undergraduate and graduate researchers in biomathematics projects, particularly through collaborative symposia such as BEER. While specific grants are not listed, his involvement in national education reform initiatives suggests participation in funded interdisciplinary efforts. He contributes significantly to curriculum development and professional society leadership in biomathematics.

He is also involved in academic outreach and education reform, advocating for improved integration of mathematics and biology in undergraduate programs. No dedicated lab or research team is explicitly mentioned, but his collaborative work indicates active engagement in research networks.