Radmila Sazdanovic

Radmila Sazdanovic is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at North Carolina State University (NC State), part of the College of Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from George Washington University, where she worked under Jozef Przytycki. Her research focuses on low-dimensional topology, applied algebraic topology, categorification, and their interdisciplinary applications in areas like data science and biomedical engineering. She is affiliated with the Faculty Research Group on Topology, Geometry, and Mathematical Physics.

Her expertise spans knot theory, homology theories (Khovanov, chromatic, magnitude), and topological data analysis (TDA). Notable projects include collaborations on vascular network analysis with pulmonary hypertension studies and development of tools like the TAaCGH Suite for cancer genomics. She advises students on interdisciplinary projects, such as topology and fluid dynamics in vascular networks, alongside Dr. Olufsen.

Recent work explores data-driven knot theory, torsion in homology, and applications of TDA in biomedical contexts. Her research bridges pure mathematics with applied problems, emphasizing categorification and computational methods. She actively disseminates findings through conferences and publications, contributing to both theoretical and applied advancements in topology.