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Matthias Nouvet serves as a Tutor at Durham Law School, Durham University, while pursuing his PhD in Public International Law with a focus on International Climate Change Law. His research examines the existential threat of sea-level rise to island and coastal states, particularly regarding maritime entitlements and statehood continuity under international law.
His academic background includes:
- Bachelor of Law from Université de Poitiers (2017)
- LLM from University of Dundee (2020, Distinction/First Class Degree)
Nouvet's research spans Public International Law, International Environmental Law, and Law of the Sea, with specialized attention to climate-induced statehood challenges. His work integrates human rights frameworks and geopolitical analysis to address gaps in international climate governance, particularly regarding disappearing nations and digital statehood concepts.
His 2023 publication in the Hague Yearbook of International Law analyzes Pacific Island Forum responses to climate threats, reflecting broader scholarly trends in climate adaptation jurisprudence. This work contributes to emerging subfields including maritime boundary preservation and climate refugee legal frameworks.
His scientific recognition includes:
- Durham Doctoral Scholarship (2021-2024)
- Sir Alan Langlands Water Law Prize (2020)
- 'Most Entreprising Team' award for anti-discrimination job platform (2019)
Funded by the Durham Doctoral Scholarship, Nouvet actively presents at international forums including the IUCN-AEL Colloquium and cross-institutional climate workshops. His policy-focused research advocates for operational loss and damage funds while exploring metaverse-based state continuity solutions.
