Filippa Lentzos
@filippalentzos.bsky.social
Associate Professor of Science & International Security at King’s College London critically analysing health security threats, biosecurity & biorisk management
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At @unidir.org #ID25, #neurotechnologies were generally framed as an #AI problem. It is also a #CBW problem. Check out the new book by Dando & Crowley: Preventing Weaponisation of CNS-Acting Chemicals. Pleased to have contributed the foreword.
November 27, 2025 at 9:18 AM
At @unidir.org #ID25, #neurotechnologies were generally framed as an #AI problem. It is also a #CBW problem. Check out the new book by Dando & Crowley: Preventing Weaponisation of CNS-Acting Chemicals. Pleased to have contributed the foreword.
Mind-blowing (and frightening!) presentation this morning from
@medialab.bsky.social’s Dr Natalia Kosmyna on the state of the art in Brain-Computer Interfaces, at @unidir.org’s Innovations Dialogue on #Neurotechnologies and their implications for peace and security #ID25
@medialab.bsky.social’s Dr Natalia Kosmyna on the state of the art in Brain-Computer Interfaces, at @unidir.org’s Innovations Dialogue on #Neurotechnologies and their implications for peace and security #ID25
November 24, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Mind-blowing (and frightening!) presentation this morning from
@medialab.bsky.social’s Dr Natalia Kosmyna on the state of the art in Brain-Computer Interfaces, at @unidir.org’s Innovations Dialogue on #Neurotechnologies and their implications for peace and security #ID25
@medialab.bsky.social’s Dr Natalia Kosmyna on the state of the art in Brain-Computer Interfaces, at @unidir.org’s Innovations Dialogue on #Neurotechnologies and their implications for peace and security #ID25
The #1972BWC WG meeting is three weeks away. If you're new to biological #disarmament or just want a quick brush up, check out the SIPRI Yearbook--just out in hardcopy.
November 16, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The #1972BWC WG meeting is three weeks away. If you're new to biological #disarmament or just want a quick brush up, check out the SIPRI Yearbook--just out in hardcopy.
Feeling energized and inspired after the company of so many incredible women at the @eunpdc.bsky.social conference, including my wonderful #YWNGI mentee, Mila.
November 11, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Feeling energized and inspired after the company of so many incredible women at the @eunpdc.bsky.social conference, including my wonderful #YWNGI mentee, Mila.
At the eleventh hour on this eleventh day of the eleventh month, the guns fell silent in 1918. I visited NATO today, a powerful place to reflect on the service and sacrifice of all those who lost their lives during war.
#ForYourTomorrowWeGaveOurToday
#ForYourTomorrowWeGaveOurToday
November 11, 2025 at 1:24 PM
At the eleventh hour on this eleventh day of the eleventh month, the guns fell silent in 1918. I visited NATO today, a powerful place to reflect on the service and sacrifice of all those who lost their lives during war.
#ForYourTomorrowWeGaveOurToday
#ForYourTomorrowWeGaveOurToday
It’s a wrap! The #1972BWC resolution was adopted by consensus in #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee this past week. Now all eyes on the BWC Working Group and the draft report being discussed in 8-12 December in Geneva.
tinyurl.com/uc5wkmc3
tinyurl.com/uc5wkmc3
November 9, 2025 at 4:51 PM
It’s a wrap! The #1972BWC resolution was adopted by consensus in #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee this past week. Now all eyes on the BWC Working Group and the draft report being discussed in 8-12 December in Geneva.
tinyurl.com/uc5wkmc3
tinyurl.com/uc5wkmc3
The advisory group on #ResponsibleScience and #DualUseResearch met at @who.int HQ in Geneva this week--look out for forthcoming reports on #AI-Biotech Convergence and Responsible Publishing, and Q&As on #MirrorBiology, research with pandemic risks, and military #biodefence research.
November 8, 2025 at 10:01 AM
The advisory group on #ResponsibleScience and #DualUseResearch met at @who.int HQ in Geneva this week--look out for forthcoming reports on #AI-Biotech Convergence and Responsible Publishing, and Q&As on #MirrorBiology, research with pandemic risks, and military #biodefence research.
The #BiothreatReduction25 conference gets underway this morning in Geneva, uniting global leaders to confront biological threats, strengthening preparedness and building a safer, more resilient future for all.
www.woah.org/en/event/glo...
www.woah.org/en/event/glo...
October 28, 2025 at 9:40 AM
The #BiothreatReduction25 conference gets underway this morning in Geneva, uniting global leaders to confront biological threats, strengthening preparedness and building a safer, more resilient future for all.
www.woah.org/en/event/glo...
www.woah.org/en/event/glo...
Did you miss the #bioweapons debate in #UNGA80 #FirstCommitee last week? We've got you covered: tinyurl.com/4ns3bfke
October 26, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Did you miss the #bioweapons debate in #UNGA80 #FirstCommitee last week? We've got you covered: tinyurl.com/4ns3bfke
Science diplomacy is not merely a support instrument but a strategic enabler to reinforce #1972BWC and global #biosecurity governance. Read more in our article out this week: www.globalpolicyjournal.com/blog/20/10/2...
October 22, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Science diplomacy is not merely a support instrument but a strategic enabler to reinforce #1972BWC and global #biosecurity governance. Read more in our article out this week: www.globalpolicyjournal.com/blog/20/10/2...
Warm thanks to #BWC1972 Chair Amb Meyer of Brazil for a frank and open civil society briefing today on the status of Working Group discussions and its draft final report. Thanks too to the always excellent BWC ISU for facilitating.
October 21, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Warm thanks to #BWC1972 Chair Amb Meyer of Brazil for a frank and open civil society briefing today on the status of Working Group discussions and its draft final report. Thanks too to the always excellent BWC ISU for facilitating.
After months of work, our #CBRN #Disinformation Tracker has gone live! Go play:
gpwmdcounterdisinfo.com/cbrn-tracker/
gpwmdcounterdisinfo.com/cbrn-tracker/
October 20, 2025 at 5:51 PM
After months of work, our #CBRN #Disinformation Tracker has gone live! Go play:
gpwmdcounterdisinfo.com/cbrn-tracker/
gpwmdcounterdisinfo.com/cbrn-tracker/
Discussions on #1972BWC #bioweapons continued this past week in #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee with a key focus on #verification. Catch up here: tinyurl.com/3db3fpvw
October 19, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Discussions on #1972BWC #bioweapons continued this past week in #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee with a key focus on #verification. Catch up here: tinyurl.com/3db3fpvw
In yesterday’s statement on #bioweapons to #UNGA80, I, like many #FirstCommittee delegations, focused on #verification. I argued that renewed attention to #BWC1972 compliance assessment, including #AI-based approaches, offers both opportunity and responsibility. 1/3
October 18, 2025 at 9:44 AM
In yesterday’s statement on #bioweapons to #UNGA80, I, like many #FirstCommittee delegations, focused on #verification. I argued that renewed attention to #BWC1972 compliance assessment, including #AI-based approaches, offers both opportunity and responsibility. 1/3
What if #CBRN #disinformation was traceable? Join us this Monday to learn more #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee
October 16, 2025 at 11:48 AM
What if #CBRN #disinformation was traceable? Join us this Monday to learn more #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee
Catch up on the #1972BWC #bioweapons discussion during the opening week of #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee: tinyurl.com/yc4js3tm
October 12, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Catch up on the #1972BWC #bioweapons discussion during the opening week of #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee: tinyurl.com/yc4js3tm
As #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee on Disarmament & International Security gets underway today, I’m excited to announce the webinar launch of the @gp-wmdctrdisinfo.bsky.social @warstudieskcl.bsky.social #CBRN #Disinformation Tracker in the margins of the meeting. Register using the QR code below.
October 8, 2025 at 4:09 PM
As #UNGA80 #FirstCommittee on Disarmament & International Security gets underway today, I’m excited to announce the webinar launch of the @gp-wmdctrdisinfo.bsky.social @warstudieskcl.bsky.social #CBRN #Disinformation Tracker in the margins of the meeting. Register using the QR code below.
A warm welcome to the new academic year to all our @warstudieskcl.bsky.social students. If you’re interested in #ArmsControl and #Multilateralism, come explore our unique resource on #Biological #Disarmament #1972BWC.
October 3, 2025 at 11:31 AM
A warm welcome to the new academic year to all our @warstudieskcl.bsky.social students. If you’re interested in #ArmsControl and #Multilateralism, come explore our unique resource on #Biological #Disarmament #1972BWC.
Thanks to RSIS NTU for leading important regional discussions on #1972BWC #ConfidenceBuilding measures—and an added treat to visit Singapore!
September 23, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Thanks to RSIS NTU for leading important regional discussions on #1972BWC #ConfidenceBuilding measures—and an added treat to visit Singapore!
Southeast Asia is home to rapidly expanding #biotech sectors, growing investments in #biodefence + high rates of emerging infectious diseases. These dynamics heightened risks of misperceptions and make the #transparency offered by #1972BWC CBMs especially valuable.
September 23, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Southeast Asia is home to rapidly expanding #biotech sectors, growing investments in #biodefence + high rates of emerging infectious diseases. These dynamics heightened risks of misperceptions and make the #transparency offered by #1972BWC CBMs especially valuable.
As the #disarmament community gears up for #UNGA, my RCW Briefing Book chapter on #bioweapons provides an update on #1972BWC WG discussions on #compliance and #verification and sets out recommendations for #FirstCommittee delegations. tinyurl.com/2s488ecf
September 19, 2025 at 3:43 AM
As the #disarmament community gears up for #UNGA, my RCW Briefing Book chapter on #bioweapons provides an update on #1972BWC WG discussions on #compliance and #verification and sets out recommendations for #FirstCommittee delegations. tinyurl.com/2s488ecf
The #MirrorLife dialogue continued this week in the English countryside. Lots of food for thought and some wonderful new acquaintances too
September 16, 2025 at 6:13 PM
The #MirrorLife dialogue continued this week in the English countryside. Lots of food for thought and some wonderful new acquaintances too
In Oslo today, I came across this extraordinary image from the 1960s promoting the People’s Gasmask from Norwegian raincoat manufacturer Helly Hansen
September 14, 2025 at 9:53 PM
In Oslo today, I came across this extraordinary image from the 1960s promoting the People’s Gasmask from Norwegian raincoat manufacturer Helly Hansen
I joined top-tier labs from around the world in Spiez this week to celebrate 10 years of the #UNSGM lab network. Congrats on the many successes and warm thanks to the Spiez Lab team for, as always, outstanding hosting.
September 12, 2025 at 9:52 AM
I joined top-tier labs from around the world in Spiez this week to celebrate 10 years of the #UNSGM lab network. Congrats on the many successes and warm thanks to the Spiez Lab team for, as always, outstanding hosting.
…remember their fallen and preserve their memories #SlavaUkraini
September 6, 2025 at 4:46 PM
…remember their fallen and preserve their memories #SlavaUkraini