Zoran Popovic In Memoriam -

Popović transitioned into a high-level diplomatic career, representing Yugoslavia and Serbia in several key international posts: Jordan: Ambassador of the SFR Yugoslavia (1987–1991). Syria: Ambassador of the SFR Yugoslavia (1995–1999). Turkey: Ambassador of Serbia and Montenegro (2001–2005). Romania: Ambassador of Serbia (2009–2013).

A professor at the University of Washington and Director of the Center for Game Science. He is famous for co-creating Foldit , a protein-folding game that has led to major scientific breakthroughs.

A prominent judge on the Pennsylvania Superior Court and former Mayor of McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Zoran Popovic IN MEMORIAM

An award-winning Serbian-born director of photography known for his work on films like Circle (2015), Bullet Head (2017), and The Munsters (2022). He is a graduate of the American Film Institute .

This "In Memoriam" feature honors (1949–2026), a distinguished Serbian journalist and diplomat who passed away in Belgrade on March 24, 2026, after a long illness. A Career of Public Service Romania: Ambassador of Serbia (2009–2013)

Zoran S. Popović dedicated his life to journalism and international diplomacy, building a bridge between communication and foreign policy.

He began his career at the foreign affairs desk of Tanjug in 1970, serving as a correspondent for four years. He later held major leadership roles in Montenegro, serving as editor-in-chief of Radio-Television Titograd and later as director and editor-in-chief of the daily Pobjeda . A prominent judge on the Pennsylvania Superior Court

Recognized as a foremost expert on Middle Eastern and Russian geopolitics, he served as the Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs of Serbia before retiring in 2014. He was also a recipient of the High Order of Jordan and the Syrian Order of Merit. Other Notable Figures Named Zoran Popović