Bas Denters

Bas Denters is a Full Professor at Utrecht University, holding appointments in the Digital Society Institute and Public Administration. His research focuses on citizen participation, local governance, political representation, and democratic institutions. He has authored over 300 publications and received awards such as the Acta Politica Best Paper Award and multiple NIG Best Supervisor Awards.

His work addresses topics like municipal authority, mayoral leadership, and the role of citizens in governance. Recent studies examine political trust in multilevel systems, effectiveness of community initiatives, and councillor satisfaction. Denters actively collaborates internationally, presenting on governance topics in Europe and beyond.

He has supervised 13 doctoral works and contributes to policy debates through reports on local democracy and public administration reforms. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering inclusive societies and accountable institutions.