معرفی
Dr. Delphine Defossez is a Lecturer in Law at Northumbria Law School, having joined the institution in May 2020 following the completion of her PhD in Brazil. She contributes to the academic community through teaching and research in specialized legal fields, with particular expertise in aviation law and international dispute resolution mechanisms.
- LL.B in European Law, Maastricht University
- Research LL.M, European University Institute
- LL.M in International Commercial and Maritime Law, Swansea University
- PhD completed in Brazil, February 2020
Dr. Defossez's research focuses on specialized areas within international and comparative law, with particular emphasis on aviation law, passenger rights, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Her work frequently examines the intersection of traditional legal frameworks with emerging technological solutions, particularly in online dispute resolution (ODR) for passenger claims. She conducts comparative analyses across jurisdictions, with significant attention to Brazilian legal frameworks, European Union regulations, and international standards. Her research demonstrates how legal systems adapt to technological advancements and evolving consumer expectations in the global transportation sector.
Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward analyzing regulatory challenges in aviation and transportation sectors, with increasing attention to environmental considerations within investor-state dispute settlement mechanisms. The publications demonstrate expertise in both theoretical legal frameworks and practical implementation challenges, with a notable focus on bridging gaps between national implementations and international standards.
Dr. Defossez serves as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, recognizing her commitment to excellence in academic teaching and professional development. Her expertise has been sought by governmental bodies including written expert statements for the House of Lords Justice and Home Affairs Committee regarding new technologies and law application, and for the Scottish Government's Independent Advisory Group on Emerging Technologies in Policing.
She currently supervises PhD research on environmental protection and climate policy concerns within investor-state disputes, specifically analyzing decisions in the fossil fuel sector from an African perspective. Her professional activities include organizing academic conferences, delivering presentations on topics ranging from food delivery workers' employment status to collective redress mechanisms in aviation, demonstrating engagement with both theoretical and practical legal challenges.
