Fiona Naysmith is a PhD Student affiliated with The Open University Law School and is also an affiliate member of AstrobiologyOU. She holds a Master of Laws in Space Law (with Distinction) from Northumbria Law School (2022), a Bachelor of Law from Nottingham Law School and a Diploma in Theatre from the Guildford School of Acting.
In her current research, Fiona is investigating the content of the duties and responsibilities of the private space sector, and with particular regards to the development of space law and governance which supports an equitable and sustainable future in outer space. This research is undertaken in tandem with investigation into applicable enforcement mechanisms at both the international and national level. Related areas of interest include the governance of space-based artificial intelligence, and space dependent technologies capable of use in warfare.
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Events Pending (Y2024):
European International Studies Association (EISA)
British International Studies Association (BISA)
Conference Papers Presented (Y2023):
British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL)
British International Studies Association (BISA)
Research Poster (Y2023):
OU Graduate School Poster Competition 2023 (Winning Entry)
Space Resources Extraction: The Case for a Moratorium (2023)
Naysmith, Fiona
Postgraduate Research Poster Competition, The Open University