Irene Couzigou

Professor Irene Couzigou is a leading scholar in Public International Law at the University of Aberdeen's School of Law. Her research focuses on international cybersecurity law, law on peace and security, human rights, and comparative public law, particularly French and German legal systems.

Her work includes analyzing the regulation of cyber operations, state sovereignty in digital domains, and the legal challenges of disinformation. She has advised governments and international bodies on cyber resilience and counterterrorism strategies.

• Key affiliations: Max Planck Institute, Sciences Po Paris, European Society of International Law
• Recent articles address cybercrime, AI governance, and hybrid warfare

She supervises PhD students in international cybersecurity law and comparative public law, with completed theses on topics like cyber sovereignty and maritime boundary disputes.

• Scientific awards: Fellowships from DAAD, Max Planck Institute, and Hague Academy of International Law
• Grants: EU Digital Services Act consultation, BILETA award, Franco-British Lawyers Society recognition