Josep Colomer

Josep Colomer is a distinguished academic with affiliations at Georgetown University (Washington, D.C.), the Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC, Barcelona), and Pompeu Fabra University, among others. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Barcelona (1984). His academic roles include Distinguished Visiting Professor at Georgetown (2010–2019), Research Professor at CSIC (1992–2014), and Lecturer at Barcelona-Graduate School of Economics (1993–1995; 2000–2010). He is a Foreign Member of the Academy of Europe, specializing in Human Mobility, Governance, Environment, and Space.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, University of Barcelona (1984)

Research Interests: Focuses on political science, European Union dynamics, electoral systems, game theory, political economics, social choice theory, and institutional analysis. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with applied policy studies, particularly in governance and transnational institutions.

Awards:

• Leon Weaver Award (2004)
• American Political Science Association Life Membership (2003)
• AECPA Best Book Prize (2000–2001)
• Prat de la Riba Award (2002–2006)
• Jaume Carner Award (1978–1984)

Advising & Grants: No specific advisees or grant details are listed in the provided materials. His research contributions are primarily through publications and institutional collaborations.