Assoc. prof. dr. sc. Robert Kudelić

University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics

Assoc. prof. dr. sc. Robert Kudelić - Programming and Quantum Computing

Short Bio

Robert Kudelić earned his PhD in combinatorial optimization and the Feedback Arc Set (FAS) by designing a Monte Carlo randomized algorithm for FAS, the first of its kind. A university professor, he has published in numerous high-quality journals, received an award for outstanding reviewing from Elsevier, and a Dean's Award for his high-impact scientific work. Among other achievements, he has also published the first extensive and state-of-the-art monograph on FAS.

His research focuses on innovation in randomized algorithms, combinatorial optimization, computational intelligence, quantum computing, and information systems, as well as related topics and algorithmics in general. His teaching at the University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics is related to the aforementioned areas.

Areas of Expertise

</> Programming
RA Randomized Algorithms
QC Quantum Computing
DB Information Systems
MH Metaheuristics

Books and Media Articles

Feedback Arc Set: A History of the Problem and Algorithms
Feedback Arc Set: A History of the Problem and Algorithms (2022)

The main aim of the book is to give a review of all relevant information regarding a well-known and important problem of Feedback Arc Set (FAS). This review naturally also includes a history of the problem, as well as specific algorithms. To this point such a work does not exist: There are sources where one can find incomplete and perhaps untrustworthy information. With this book, information about FAS can be found easily in one place: formulation, description, theoretical background, applications, algorithms etc.

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How Information Drives the Hidden Order of the Universe
How information drives the hidden order of the universe (2025)

In a world dominated by data and algorithms, the concept of information plays a crucial role across various fields. From digital communications to biology and quantum physics, understanding how information works reveals fundamental truths about the universe. Scientists are now exploring the deeper meaning of functional information and its impact on complex systems.

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Career

2025 – Current
Associate Professor
University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics, Varaždin, Croatia
Theoretical and Applied Foundations of Information Science
2019 – 2025
Assistant Professor
University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics, Varaždin, Croatia
Theoretical and Applied Foundations of Information Science
2015 – 2019
Higher Research Assistant/Postdoc
University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics, Varaždin, Croatia
Theoretical and Applied Foundations of Information Science
2009 – 2015
Research Assistant
University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics, Varaždin, Croatia
Theoretical and Applied Foundations of Information Science
2009 – 2015
Ph.D. (Information Science)
University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics, Varaždin, Croatia
2004 – 2008
Master of Informatics (Information Science)
University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics, Varaždin, Croatia
2022 – 2026
AI & Gaming EDIH

Digital transformation of Central Croatia and Northern Adriatic through AI & Gaming EDIH

2021 – 2023
WAI4PwD

Web Accessibility and other Initiatives for Persons with Disabilities in EU in Pandemic and other Crisis Times

2021 – 2023
RCK Sisak—videogames

Development of occupational standards, qualifications, curricula, teaching materials, digital educational content based on virtual and augmented reality, and organizing training related to video game development within the RCK Sisak

2017
New language for graph databases

Exploration of certain aspects of graph databases and an extension to the Neo4j system

2015 – 2016
New methods for teaching programming with special emphasis on teaching persons with eyesight impairment

New methods for teaching programming with special emphasis on teaching individuals with eyesight impairment are being developed to ensure inclusivity in the tech field

2014 – 2017
ModelMMORPG

Large-Scale Multi-Agent Modeling of Massively Multi-Player On-Line Role-Playing Games

2013 – 2014
OOVASIS

Organizational design of multi-agent systems in the internet of things

2008 – 2013
Automatization of Information System Design Processes

The project investigates areas of IS design that can be automated by creating computer algorithms to automate certain IS design procedures

2007 – 2013
SMVAS

The aim of the project is to explore new possibilities of extending the formal KPL language (modal logic that results from extending propositional logic by epistemic modal operators) and UML

2025
NiDS—Program Committee
Athens, Greece

Novel and Intelligent Digital Systems

Proceedings published by Springer

2025
ICICT—Session Chair
London, UK

10th International Conference on Information and Communication Technology

Proceedings published by Springer

2024
NiDS—Program Committee
Athens, Greece

Novel and Intelligent Digital Systems

Proceedings published by Springer

2023
ICICT—Session Chair
London, UK

Eight International Congress on Information and Communication Technology

Proceedings published by Springer

2022
FAIML—Program Committee
Hangzhou, China

2022 International Conference on Frontiers of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Proceedings indexed by Scopus (Elsevier)

2020
ISOCI—Editorial Board Member and Program Committee
Berlin, Germany

2020 International Symposium on Computational Intelligence

Proceedings indexed by Scopus (Elsevier) and Web of Science

2024
EDGE—TEACHING ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND CREATIVITY HANDS-ON

Collaboration with the Pennsylvania State University and the University Paris Nanterre

2024
Erasmus+
Pennsylvania State University, US
2023
Erasmus+
Pennsylvania State University, US
2024
IEEE Senior Member
IEEE, New York
2020
Special Recognition from the Dean for Outstanding Scientific Publication
University of Zagreb Faculty of Organization and Informatics
2017
Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing
Elsevier
2015
Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing
Elsevier
2007
Microsoft Imagine Cup 2007 (Korea)

Croatian finalist (world semifinalist) finish in the Software Design of the 2007 Imagine cup competition

2025 – Current
Journal of Computational Science
Elsevier

Profiles

Curriculum Vitae

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Last update in May 2025