Biography

Biography

Andrew V. Kudin was born on August, 23, 1965 in Kiev in the family of teachers. His mother Galina Andronovna Kirichenko was a famous Ukrainian linguist and philologist, a candidate of philological sciences and a lecturer. His father Viacheslav Aleksandrovich Kudin was a Doctor of Philosophy and a professor.

Andrew V. Kudin’s ancestors on his father’s side were teachers and military, and on his mother’s side – military, teachers and priests.

The family owned a huge library consisting of more than 20 000 books, mostly of philosophical, scientific and religious content.

Andrew V. Kudin learnt how to read quite early and at the age of four he could freely read the books from the family’s library.

From his early childhood, Andrew V. Kudin has been engaged in various types of wrestling, boxing, karate and Chinese martial arts WU SHU.

High interest in mysticism, religious and philosophical teachings of the East lead Andrew V. Kudin to entering Taras Shevchenko National University of Kiev and receiving a degree in Philosophy in 1989.

His teachers were prominent teachers. Among them: Vladimir Karlovich Tancher (Doctor of Philosophy, a professor), Yuri Anatolievich Kalinin (Doctor of Philosophy, Professor, Primary Advisor of the Dissertation by Andrew V. Kudin) in the field of religious studies, and Gennady Michailovich Chaychenko (Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor) in the field of physiology of higher nervous activity.

Andrew V. Kudin studied higher mathematics under the guidance of Anatoly Vladimirovich Skorohod (Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Professor, Academician of the Academy of Sciences of the Ukrainian SSR and Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences), and traditional and modern logic under the guidance of Anatoly Evgenievich Konversky (Doctor of Philosophy, Professor, Academician of NAS of Ukraine).

After graduating from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kiev, Andrew V. Kudin taught at the leading universities in Ukraine including National Pedagogical Dragomanov University (Kiev), National University of Ukraine on Physical Education and Sport (Kiev), National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (Kiev), and other high education institutions.

Andrew V. Kudin travels a lot and visited more than 60 countries of the world.

Education

Ph.D. in Law, 2020

Kiev Institute of Intellectual Property and Law of the National University "Odesa Law Academy," Kiev, Ukraine 

Ph.D. in Philosophy, 1995

H.Skovoroda Institute of Philosophy of the NAS of Ukraine, Kiev, Ukraine

B.A./M.A. in Philosophy, 1989

Taras Shevchenko National University of Kiev, Kiev, Ukraine

Andrew V. Kudin is constantly working on impoving his professional development. He owns certificates showing his advanced training from many Ukrainian as well as foreign universities.

Employment and Teaching

Professor, National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine

2015-2022

Vice-Rector for Research and Teaching Development, National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine

• Led courses in various disciplines, including literature, philosophy, political science, religious studies, art history, and literary history.
• Developed integrated curricula that fostered critical thinking and interdisciplinary understanding.
• Conducted cutting-edge research on religious and philosophical systems, examining their impact on contemporary society.
• Supervised graduate students, providing guidance and mentorship in their research projects and dissertations.
• Collaborated with scholars and institutions to foster cross-cultural research and academic partnerships.

2014-2015

• Spearheaded strategic initiatives to enhance the university's research output and academic excellence.
• Coordinated faculty development programs, facilitating professional growth and continuous learning.
• Strengthened partnerships with other universities to promote academic collaborations and student exchange programs.
• Implemented innovative teaching methodologies and e-learning platforms to optimize student engagement and learning outcomes.

Vice President of the Ukrainian National Federation of Chinese Martial Arts WUSHU, Judge of the International Category

2008-2022

• Demonstrated exemplary leadership in advancing the practice and recognition of WUSHU in Ukraine.
• Organized national and international WUSHU competitions, fostering an inclusive and competitive environment for athletes.
• Served as a certified international judge, providing impartial assessments and promoting fair play.
• Conducted workshops and seminars to train coaches and athletes, elevating the overall standard of WUSHU in the country.

Rector, Kiev Institute of Cultural and Social Relations

February 2008 to June 2008

• Oversaw all administrative and educational activities of the Institute, ensuring its effective functioning.
• - Supervised the diversification of the Institute's academic programs, including courses in literature, political science, comparative religion, and philosophy of culture.
• - Maintained an active academic environment by organizing cultural events, lectures, and symposia.

Director, Institute of Innovative Technologies and Educational Content, Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine

March 2006 to February 2008

• Pioneered the development of cutting-edge educational content and e-learning materials.
• Led a team of educators and instructional designers to create innovative and interactive learning resources.
• Spearheaded research projects on the integration of technology in education, publishing findings in academic journals.

Professor, State University of Information and Communication Technologies

March 2005 to July 2005

• Designed and delivered courses in Communication Ethics and Media Law, incorporating ethical frameworks in media practices.
• Developed and taught courses in literature, communication ethics, and media law that include ethical foundations of media practice.
• Fostered the development of critical media literacy among students, promoting responsible communication in the digital age.

Head, Department, Kiev Institute of Cultural and Social Relations

2003-2004

• Oversaw the academic programs of the department, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Organized academic conferences, inviting eminent scholars to share insights and promote intellectual discourse.
• Mentored junior faculty members to enhance their teaching and research capabilities.

Chairman of the Board, CJSC Pechersk Shopping Center

2001-2003

• Provided visionary leadership to the shopping center, enhancing its market position and brand image.
• Oversaw the expansion of the shopping center, attracting new tenants and increasing footfall.

Personal Coach in Sports Clubs (part-time)

1992-2002

• Trained aspiring athletes in wrestling, martial arts, and yoga, customizing training regimens for individual needs.
• Fostered a positive and motivating environment to empower athletes to achieve peak performance.

Professor, National University of Physical Education and Sport of Ukraine

1990-1992

• Instructed courses in wrestling, Chinese martial arts, WU SHU, yoga, and meditation.
• Developed a pioneering curriculum in Sports Philosophy and Theories of Physical Education.

Professor, National Pedagogical Dragomanov University

1989-1990

• Delivered undergraduate courses in History of Philosophy and the History of literature, inspiring students with the wisdom of ancient thinkers.
• Received accolades for innovative teaching methodologies and student engagement.

Views, Scientific Interests and Practical Work 

The work of Andrew V. Kudin is quite multifaceted.

The main areas of his scientific interests are development and research in areas such as biotechnology, genetics, and physiology of high nervous activity.

Andrew V. Kudin believes that one can move from one age to another just as they can move from one room to another. According to Andrew V. Kudin’s opinion, the human body does not have the mechanism of aging, but aging itself is a pathology rather than a norm, and, in fact, aging is a set of breakdowns inside the body caused by diseases and incorrect lifestyle.

The practical work of Andrew V. Kudin is aimed at eliminating breakdowns that occur inside the human body and creating certain conditions under which the human body becomes not susceptible to any diseases and can exist infinitely. To achieve this goal, Andrew V. Kudin studies and collects recipes around the world aimed at achieving human longevity, youth, and health.

In the field of religious studies, one of the main directions of scientific research of Andrew V. Kudin is the analysis and comparative characteristics of religious and philosophical systems of the East.

Andrew V. Kudin believes that everything that is described in ancient manuscripts and scriptures is not a fiction, but a reflection of real events.

According to Andrew V. Kudin’s opinion, understanding and perception of the world around us is primarily based on intuition, emotions, and instincts. At the same time, the intellectual criterion of discovering the truth is not denied.

Andrew V. Kudin is convinced that every human is able to communicate directly with higher forces and merge with them without mediators by practicing certain psychophysiological exercises and meditation.

Interesting Facts

In the state of deep meditation, Andrew V. Kudin can stay both in ice water and hot water (up to + 60 degrees Celcius) for a long time without experiencing discomfort and without any harm to his health.

Andrew V. Kudin practices sleeping upside down, during which his feet are attached to a crossbar with the help of special devices while the body hangs freely in the air in a vertical position.

Andrew V. Kudin regularly practices refusal of food and water starting from sunset on Friday to sunrise on Sunday. He can live without food for up to 30 days (of which up to 10 days without water) while leading an active lifestyle and engaging in various physical activities.

Once a year, in honor of his birthday, Andrew V. overcomes a distance equal to the number of years lived. Thus, in 2017, Andrew V. Kudin ran 52 km.