Jan Broersen

Prof. Jan Broersen is a Professor of Logical Methods in Artificial Intelligence at Utrecht University's Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, within the Faculty of Humanities. He holds the chair in 'Logic-based methods in artificial intelligence' and delivered his inaugural lecture in 2020. His research focuses on responsible AI, knowledge representation, and logic theories of agency, integrating mathematical logic with philosophical inquiry.

Education & Background:

• PhD in Mathematics, Logic, and Computer Science
• Interdisciplinary expertise bridging philosophy, computer science, and ethics

Research Interests:

Broersen investigates ethical AI frameworks, formal models of agency, and computational accountability. He develops stit-logic frameworks to analyze moral responsibility, practical knowledge, and the interaction between intentions and outcomes. His work addresses challenges in AI ethics, including explainability, accountability, and the design of socially responsible systems.

Professional Activities:

• Supervised PhD candidates in AI ethics and logic
• Organized conferences like the Mathematical Ability Conference (2019)
• Member of Research Foundation - Flanders (FWO) network (2016-2021)
• Keynote speaker at events addressing AI ethics, legal responsibility, and cognitive systems

Labs & Collaborations:

Involved in the REINS Project (Responsible Intelligent Systems), exploring AI accountability mechanisms. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on normative systems and computational ethics.