Vitaly Kazakov

Vitaly Kazakov is an Honorary Lecturer at the Manchester Institute of Education, University of Manchester. His research intersects with the UN Sustainable Development Goals through digital futures and geopolitical analysis. Key areas include Russian social sciences, soft power, mega-events, and disinformation dynamics.

• Focus on 21st-century geopolitical strategies
• Expertise in sports-related nation branding
• Analysis of digital legacies in conflict contexts

His recent publications explore disinformation frameworks and the geopolitical economy of sports mega-events. Awards include the President’s Doctoral Scholar Award (2015) and Faculty of Humanities Award for Distinguished Achievement (2018). Kazakov actively contributes to public discourse via media appearances and academic events.