Francisco Lobo

Francisco Lobo is a lecturer in International Law, Human Rights Law, International Criminal Law, and Legal Theory at King's College London's Department of War Studies. He holds an LL.M. from New York University (Fulbright-sponsored) and a Master of Laws from the University of Chile. His work bridges legal theory with practical applications in armed conflict and human rights.

• Education: LL.M. (NYU), Master of Laws (University of Chile)
• Professional Roles: Former NYU Fellow at UN International Law Commission, Legal Advisor at Chilean Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Research focuses on military honor's relation to human dignity in international humanitarian law, just war theory, and the law of armed conflict. He explores how ethical training of soldiers impacts compliance with legal norms during warfare.

Publications address topics like nuclear disarmament, female genital mutilation through legal frameworks, and Latin American security dynamics. He contributes to debates on use-of-force principles and humanitarian intervention through op-eds and academic journals.

• Research Affiliations: War Crimes Research Group, Latin American Security Research Group
• Thesis Topic: Strengthening compliance with IHL through military honor and dignity