Frank Kuhn

Frank Kuhn is a Doctoral Researcher at the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt (PRIF) within the International Security department. He also serves as a Project Coordinator for the Cluster for Natural and Technical Science Arms Control Research (CNTR) since 2023. His academic affiliations include membership in the Young Deep Cuts Commission and participation in the Nuclear Scholars Initiative (Class of 2025) at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).

Education:

• M.A. in International Studies/Peace and Conflict Studies from Goethe University Frankfurt and TU Darmstadt (2018–2022)
• Exchange Student at University of Southampton (2021)
• B.A. in Political Science from Goethe University Frankfurt (2015–2018)

His research focuses on nuclear deterrence, arms control, non-proliferation, and military technology/strategy. Recent publications analyze U.S. medium-range weapon deployments in Germany, NATO nuclear sharing, hypersonic arms control, and F-35 export implications for Israel and Ukraine.

Professional Engagements:

• Member of the Young Deep Cuts Commission since 2023
• Nuclear Scholar with Project on Nuclear Issues (PONI) at CSIS since 2024
• Project Coordinator for CNTR at PRIF

Contact: kuhn@prif.org