Eyup Kuntay Turmus

Eyup Kuntay Turmus is Head of NATO’s Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme, overseeing international research and capacity-building initiatives that strengthen cooperation between NATO Allies and partner countries. His work addresses emerging security challenges, including counter-terrorism, explosives management and chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear threats. Before joining NATO, he worked in the defence sector across academia, industry and government, managing major national and international armaments programmes. He holds a PhD in Technology Management.