Raphaël Cahen

Raphaël Cahen is a senior researcher at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JLU Giessen) and holds visiting academic positions as Guest Lecturer at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) and the École Pratique des Hautes Études (EPHE). He is currently an Associate Fellow at CY Advanced Studies (CY AS), hosted by the CPJP laboratory, where he contributes to interdisciplinary research in historical and legal studies.

His research focuses on the history of legal institutions within foreign affairs, particularly examining the role of Legal Advisers in foreign offices from 1789 to 1939. Drawing on a comparative and global perspective, his work emphasizes the French case as pioneering while integrating analysis of European and non-European contexts. His methodological approach includes prosopography and socio-cultural history.

Raphaël Cahen has presented his research through guest lectures, including a hybrid seminar hosted by CY AS on January 10, 2023, covering the institutional evolution and cultural profiles of legal advisers in diplomacy. His scholarly contributions reflect a deep engagement with the intersection of law, state administration, and historical change.

Scientific Affiliations:

• Senior Researcher – Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JLU Giessen)
• Guest Lecturer – Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
• Guest Lecturer – École Pratique des Hautes Études (EPHE)
• Associate Fellow – CY Advanced Studies (CY AS), affiliated with CPJP laboratory

This affiliation structure suggests a research-intensive profile with collaborative and visiting roles across European institutions. He has not published any listed articles in the provided text, nor are there mentions of advising students or receiving scientific awards. No email contact or lab/team affiliations are provided.