Stefan Forcey

Dr. Stefan Forcey is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Akron, part of the College of Engineering and Polymer Science. His research focuses on combinatorial geometry, algebraic structures (such as operads and Hopf algebras), and their applications to phylogenetics and network analysis. He has collaborated on projects involving polytopes (e.g., associahedra, multiplihedra), electrical networks, and phylogenetic networks. His work bridges algebra, combinatorics, and geometry, with applications in evolutionary biology and circuit theory.

Key projects include studies on balanced minimal evolution polytopes, split systems, and the relationship between phylogenetic networks and electrical circuits. He has advised numerous graduate students and co-authored papers on topics ranging from stochastic methods in phylogenetics to categorical structures in iterated monoidal categories.

His research outputs include contributions to convex polytopes, algebraic frameworks for tree-like structures, and interdisciplinary applications in biomathematics. Dr. Forcey’s work often emphasizes geometric and combinatorial interpretations of algebraic constructs, with a focus on practical computational tools for phylogenetic analysis and network modeling.