Sergey Popov

Dr. Sergey Popov is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University, specializing in applied microeconomics and econometrics. He joined Cardiff in 2018 after holding positions at Queen's University Belfast (2013–2017) and the Higher School of Economics (2011–2013). His academic credentials include a PhD from the University of Illinois (2011), an MA from the New Economics School (2005), and a Specialist degree from Novosibirsk State University (2003).

Popov's research explores diverse themes in applied economic theory, including:

• Economics of academia (publication patterns, research incentives)
• Labor markets (fraternity effects, early-career success determinants)
• Public policy (bribery dynamics, same-sex marriage impacts)
• Organizational efficiency (teamwork structures, consensus formation)

His work employs theoretical modeling and empirical validation across these domains.

His publications demonstrate strong thematic coherence, with recent work (2022–2025) focusing on academic systems—examining research specialization, editorial influence in journals, and determinants of scholarly success. Earlier articles (2012–2018) frequently address institutional efficiency, market design, and behavioral interactions in labor and organizational contexts.

Awards and Honors:

• Higher Education Academy Fellow (2015)
• Best teacher award (2012, 2014)
• Best Paper prize, Illinois Economics Association (2009)

Popov actively supervises PhD students in applied economic theory, public economics, and related fields. He chairs the Exam Board and serves on university committees including the Informational Services Committee and Shadow Management Board.