Michael Martin Richter

Dr. Michael Martin Richter is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Lecturer at the University of Surrey's Department of Politics and International Relations. He is affiliated with the Horizon Europe REDEMOS project on EU democracy promotion abroad. Previously, he held roles at the Research Centre for East European Studies (University of Bremen), Harvard University, SWP (German Institute for International and Security Affairs), and the Foreign Investors Council in Latvia (FICIL). His PhD from the University of Bremen focused on Western actors' influence on anti-corruption reforms in Ukraine.

Dr. Richter holds master's degrees from the College of Europe, Higher School of Economics, and University College London, along with bachelor's degrees from ESB Business School and Jagiellonian University. His research emphasizes democracy promotion in post-Soviet states, EU-Ukraine relations, and good governance. He contributes to NGOs as Academic Adviser to Coopernicus and Member of the Our Future Foundation's Advisory Board.

His publications explore anti-corruption policies, Ukraine's institutional development during wartime, and post-Soviet governance dynamics. Recent work examines EU policy efficacy in Ukraine, Poland's political economy, and post-conflict reconstruction strategies. His research bridges academic analysis with policy impact, focusing on transnational governance challenges in Eastern Europe.

Dr. Richter's academic network includes collaborative projects across Europe, reflecting his engagement with both academic and policy communities. His work frequently appears in journals like Global Policy, Journal of Common Market Studies, and Politics and Governance, showcasing interdisciplinary approaches to contemporary political challenges.