A place to share my latest research and research updates

 

Welcome to my research hub — the place to find a link to my research papers and updates on ongoing research projects. This is also a place where I’d like to create some dialogue around my research and inspire others to contribute to the conversation.

  • Protecting our critical satellite infrastructure: the importance of space-based infrastructure to humanity and its status within NATO

    I was asked to write for the NATO Review on the limitations of existing international law for limiting the use of ASAT weapons. The article explores what NATO is doing to protect this infrastructure and highlights why this is a problem which must be dealt with now

    Read on NATO website

  • In-orbit servicing and insurance markets: A symbiotic approach

    IAC23 Conference Paper available for purchase through the IAF website. The paper explores how various mechanisms developed by the insurance market could be utilised to support the continued development of the satellite in-orbit servicing industry

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  • The non-peaceful use of commercial satellites: existing issues and new challenges from a legal and policy perspective

    IAC23 Conference Paper available for purchase through the IAF website. The paper explores the international law and policy relevant to the use of satellites and their data to support military operations

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  • Lunar Governance - Research Update

    I contributed to the Res Luna Project at the Open Lunar Foundation. This research will allow us to find governance systems which will allow us to better manage and protect resources on the Moon.

    Open Lunar Foundation

  • Planetary Protection and Martian In-Situ Resource Utilisation - Paper

    This paper reviews the current planetary protection policies of the US, UAE, and China. Planetary Protection policies are crucial for allowing us to use resources In-Situ during long-term missions whilst minimising contamination.

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