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Sjanne Marie van den GroenendaalView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sustainable Employability
• Inclusive Human Resource Management
• Self-Employment Dynamics
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Sjanne Marie van den Groenendaal is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Human Resource Studies, Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tilburg University. Her research focuses on sustainable employability of self-employed workers and inclusive Human Resource Management (HRM), with a particular interest in freelancers' employment relationships, organizational needs, and psychological contracts. She has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Best Paper Award (2016) and Best Teacher Awards (2014-2016). Her work bridges HRM practices with societal policies, emphasizing inclusive labor markets and strategic HRM approaches. Education: Master of Science (MSc) External Roles: Founder/Consultant at van den Groenendaal Consultancy since 2020. Her research explores topics such as triad employment relationships, technological impacts on HR education, and the interplay between social security policies and strategic HRM. She actively engages in academic activities, including workshops on qualitative data analysis and invited talks on career development in turbulent contexts. Awards: Best Paper Award (second place), 2016 Best Teacher Award (2014-2016) Societal Impact Competition Award, 2019 Professional Contributions: Advises on inclusive HRM strategies, delivers courses on coaching and development in the Bachelor of Personeelwetenschappen program, and collaborates internationally on research projects.

Albert PostmaView profile

Professor

• Spatial Cognition
• Neuropsychology
• Human Memory
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Prof. Albert Postma is a full professor in Experimental Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) at Utrecht University. He holds the chair in Clinical Neuropsychology and has served as department head of Experimental Psychology (2010–2017) and later as head of the Psychology Department (FSW, UU). His research focuses on spatial cognition, memory disorders, and sensory impairments, with notable contributions to understanding spatial navigation in neurological patients and the neurocognitive basis of spatial memory. Education: PhD in Psychology (1991, University of Nijmegen). Affiliations: Director of the Memory & Space Lab; Head of Research Committee at Korsakov Centrum Slingedael; Editorial roles in Cognitive Processing and Acta Psychologica . Research Interests: Spatial cognition, neuropsychology of memory (episodic, prospective), sensory deprivation effects (blindness/deafness), and neuroimaging studies of spatial processing. Key projects include EU-funded studies on spatial memory and the NWO Pioneer grant on spatial cognition development. Grants & Awards: Multiple EU Marie Curie grants, NWO Pioneer Grant (2000–2007), and coordination of the EU NEST Fp6 program on spatial orientation. His work emphasizes translational research in clinical settings, such as Korsakoff syndrome interventions. Labs & Teams: Leads the Memory & Space Lab, collaborating internationally on spatial cognition and neurological rehabilitation. Active in multidisciplinary initiatives like the Dynamics of Youth (DoY) research theme.

• Islamic Theology
• Spiritual Care
• Religious Ethics
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Mohamed Ajouaou is an Assistant Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Faculty of Religion and Theology, specializing in Religious Beliefs and Ethics. His research examines Islamic theology within contemporary European contexts. Research focuses on Islamic spiritual care practices, theological ethics in healthcare, and Muslim community dynamics in the Netherlands. Recent publications investigate vaccination ethics during pandemics and pedagogical approaches to religious literacy. Analysis of publications reveals strong emphasis on practical theology, Muslim identity in secular societies, and ethical frameworks for community engagement. No specific awards documented. Teaching includes the graduate course 'Islamitische theologie/Kalam' (Islamic Theology). Leads projects like 'Professionaliseringsprogramma Imams in Nederland 3' focusing on clergy education reform. Frequently contributes expert commentary on Islamic practices in Dutch media regarding fasting, conversion narratives, and religious education policy.

• Corporate Law
• Corporate Governance
• Venture Capital
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Erik P.M. Vermeulen is a Full Professor of Business and Financial Law at Tilburg University and a key researcher at the Tilburg Law and Economics Center (TILEC) in the Netherlands. He also serves as Senior Counsel Corporate/Vice President at Philips International B.V. , focusing on corporate governance, M&A, and securities law. His academic work spans comparative company law, innovation, and sustainable legal frameworks. Current Affiliation: Professor at Tilburg Law School Practice: Corporate governance and venture capital at Philips His research explores how legal structures influence corporate competitiveness and innovation, particularly in digitalization and AI. He emphasizes the intersection of Law & Technology , Responsible Organizations , and Entrepreneurial Finance . Recent article trends include insights on: 2025: AI-driven corporate transformation and global compliance 2024: Gen X's tech struggles and urban well-being 2020: Evolution of governance frameworks He directs Tilburg's International Business Law Program and advises SMEs through the International Venture Club . His global teaching spans institutions in Colombia, Belgium, Japan, and Israel.

• Jewish History
• Early Modern History
• Modern Jewish History
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Bart Wallet is Professor of Jewish Studies specializing in Early Modern and Modern Jewish History at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Humanities, where he is affiliated with the Department of Semitic Languages and Cultures. His academic work focuses on the intricate relationship between Jewish communities and Dutch society throughout history, with particular emphasis on the connections between the Dutch Royal House and Jewish communities. Wallet's research interests span Dutch Jewish history from the early modern period to the contemporary era, with special attention to Yiddish studies, religious history, cultural integration, and the development of Jewish identity in the Netherlands. His scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on how Jewish communities navigated their position as a religious minority within Dutch society, particularly examining the complex dynamics between Jewish citizens and the Dutch state and monarchy. His work often explores the tension between religious tradition and modernization, and how Jewish communities maintained their identity while integrating into broader Dutch society. Analysis of his recent publications shows a strong thematic concentration on Orange-Jewish relations throughout Dutch history, Jewish military service, religious education, and the material culture of Jewish communities. His scholarship demonstrates a methodological approach that combines cultural history with religious studies, often revealing how seemingly mundane aspects of daily life reflect broader societal patterns of integration and identity formation. The geographic focus remains predominantly on the Netherlands, though with comparative perspectives on Jewish communities in other European contexts. Professor Wallet has been active in public scholarship through media appearances, radio programs, and contributions to encyclopedias. His work has appeared in both academic journals and public-facing media outlets, demonstrating his commitment to making Jewish history accessible to broader audiences. He has contributed to numerous radio programs on Jewish history for Dutch Jewish radio stations and has written for newspapers including the Reformatorisch Dagblad. His academic contributions include extensive work on Dutch-Jewish relations, particularly focusing on the relationship between Jewish communities and the Dutch Royal House throughout history. He has also produced significant scholarship on Jewish integration in Dutch society, religious education, and the development of Jewish identity in the Netherlands from the early modern period to the present day. His work often examines how Jewish communities maintained religious traditions while adapting to changing social and political contexts.

• Media Psychology
• Social Robots
• Human-Robot Interaction
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Elly Konijn is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities and Network Institute of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, holding the Fenna Diemer-Lindeboom Endowed Chair. As chair of the Media Psychology Amsterdam program, her work bridges media psychology, social robots, affective processing, and adolescent media use . Research Pillars : Relating to media figures, virtual humans, and social robots Media-based reality perceptions and moral standards Adolescent media effects (cyberbullying, video games, body image) Recent Publications explore emotional bonding with robots, narrative complexity in film, and media's impact on adolescent cognition. Her 2025 Communication Theory article introduces a framework for human-artificial others relationships. Scientific Recognition : KNAW/NWO Eurekaprijs (2015) Computable Award (2021) Network Institute Competitive Research Funding (2025) She supervises 16 PhD students and leads projects like ROBOT-BOND (ERC Advanced Grant 2025-2029) and Communicating with Social Robots (2020-2025). Her documentaries (e.g., Alice Cares ) translate research into public discourse.

Thijs BroekhuizenView profile

Associate Professor

• Innovation Adoption
• Value Appropriation
• Digital Business Models
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Dr. Thijs Broekhuizen is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, specializing in Innovation Management & Strategy. He currently serves as Scientific Director of the University of Groningen Business School, Coordinator of the Northern-Netherlands Innovation Monitor, and Programme Director of the Executive MBA. His research focuses on digital transformation, value creation in innovation, and digital business models, with interdisciplinary insights bridging strategy, innovation, and digitalization. Education: PhD in Marketing (University of Groningen, 2006) MSc in Marketing (University of Groningen, 2001) Research Interests: Broekhuizen explores value appropriation in technology-driven contexts, digital business models, and strategic responses to disruptive technologies. His work emphasizes SMEs' digital transformation challenges, organizational identity during technological change, and AI-driven innovation management. Key areas include digital platforms, motion picture industries, and social media dynamics. Grants & Projects: TALENT4S3 (€165K, Interreg 2024-2028) SIRM (€189K, Interreg 2023-2027) NWO-funded studies on construction industry profitability and online customer journeys Awards: Best Paper Award at ISoF 2021 Best Short Paper Award Nomination 2021 Teaching & Leadership: Broekhuizen teaches strategy and digitalization in executive programs and has led the MScBA and EMBA initiatives. His educational roles include Programme Director of the Executive MBA (Energy Transition, Health, Sustainable Business Models tracks) and member of the Groningen Digital Business Centre. Labs/Teams: He coordinates the Northern-Netherlands Innovation Monitor (surveying 10,000+ SMEs) and collaborates with the Groningen Digital Business Centre to advance digital strategy research.

• Globalization Studies
• Chinese Cinema
• Urban Studies
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Prof. Dr. ir. BJ (Jeroen) de Kloet is a Professor of Globalisation Studies and Director of the Amsterdam Centre for Globalisation Studies (ACGS) at the University of Amsterdam 's Faculty of Humanities, Department of Media Studies. He has held visiting positions at institutions including Hong Kong Baptist University and has been actively involved in international academic collaborations across Asia and Europe. Key Research Areas: Globalization, Chinese cinema, urban studies, postcolonial theory, cultural politics Awards: Member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) in Social Sciences and Humanities (2023) Teaching: Engages in critical reflection on academic labor through seminars like 'How to survive the university?' His recent publications explore topics such as platformization, digital intimacies, and the politics of heritage-making. He has presented at major conferences in Venice, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taipei, focusing on the intersection of creativity, control, and urban transformation.

Tal SimonsView profile

Professor

• Organization Theory
• Institutional Theory
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Tal Simons is Professor of Organization Theory in the Department of Organisation and Personnel Management at Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University Rotterdam, and has been an ERIM Fellow since 2019. His research examines organizational responses to societal pressures through institutional and behavioral lenses. Simons' work centers on institutional theory applications in regulatory resistance, ideological dynamics, and organizational authenticity. He investigates how firms navigate social movements, media scrutiny, and moral legitimacy challenges across diverse sectors including tobacco, wine, and contemporary dance. His methodology blends historical analysis with qualitative case studies to uncover patterns in community cohesion, aesthetic innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration. Publication trends reveal an evolution from foundational studies on kibbutzim and Israeli wine industry transformation (1997-2010) toward contemporary analyses of CSR-media relationships, regulatory compliance, and authenticity construction (2015-2024). Recent work emphasizes ideological imperatives in news coverage and moral legitimacy frameworks, while maintaining consistent theoretical grounding in institutional logics and organizational ecology. Professional recognition includes: ERIM Fellow (2019–present) As an active doctoral supervisor, Simons mentors nine PhD candidates across organization theory and behavior domains. His advisees explore cross-cultural collaborations, multi-stakeholder organizing, sustainability-focused community enterprises, and societal change mechanisms. Supervision spans 2015 to present with roles as promotor and committee member, reflecting sustained commitment to developing organizational scholarship through next-generation researchers.

Valentina MazzucatoView profile

Professor

• Migration studies
• Transnational migration
• Development studies
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Valentina Mazzucato is Professor of Globalisation and Development at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Maastricht University, where she teaches and leads research in transnational migration and development. She founded and directed the research programme on Globalisation, Transnationalism and Development (2012–2020), co-founded the MA Globalisation and Development Studies, and led the development of the interdisciplinary BSc Global Studies. She is a member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and has held leadership roles in major research initiatives including the ERC Consolidator Grant project MO-TRAYL. Her educational background includes a BA in Political Science and French Literature from Williams College, an MSc in Agricultural Economics from Michigan State University, and a PhD cum laude from Wageningen Agricultural University on indigenous soil and water conservation in Burkina Faso. Her research focuses on transnational migration between Africa and Europe, particularly the socio-economic and cultural impacts on migrants, their families, and communities. She employs mixed methods and multi-sited research designs, pioneering the simultaneous matched sample methodology. Her recent work explores transnational youth mobility, return visits, remittances, and temporalities of migration. The articles from 2024–2025 reveal a strong thematic consistency in migrant youth, transnational identity, methodological innovation, and policy implications, reflecting her leadership in interdisciplinary migration scholarship. ERC Consolidator Grant (2017–2023) for MO-TRAYL project Elected member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW), 2019 Prof. Mazzucato has secured multiple international grants from NWO, NORFACE, and the ERC, enabling her to build transnational research teams and mentor PhD candidates and early-career researchers. She supervises Bachelor’s and Master’s theses and externally examines PhDs internationally. She is actively involved in policy engagement, having advised Queen Beatrix and participated in EU and NGO forums on migration and development. She also co-created a play with Ghanaian migrants to translate research into public dialogue. She leads the Transnational Links and Livelihoods Group and collaborates across institutions including Princeton University (Center for Migration and Development), African universities, and policy organizations. Her work bridges academic research, teaching innovation, and societal impact.

Judi MesmanView profile

Professor

• Social Justice
• Intercultural Pedagogy
• Child Development
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Judi Mesman is a Professor of the Interdisciplinary Study of Social Challenges at Leiden University, where she also holds the position of University Professor of Societal Responsibility and Impact since 2024. She is affiliated with the School of Governance and Global Affairs and the Department of Education and Child Studies. Previously, she served as Dean of Leiden University College The Hague from 2016 to 2022 and as Scientific Director of the Institute of Education and Child Studies from 2012 to 2016. Mesman's research focuses on social (in)justice, particularly intergenerational issues at individual and institutional levels. Her work examines how social and cultural norms in children's upbringing and education influence their self-image and worldview, with special attention to how children perceive and internalize norms regarding sexuality, ethnicity, and gender. She investigates how parents and educators unintentionally transfer prejudices to children through subtle messages and implicit stereotyping. Mesman's research program has significant societal impact, as demonstrated by her receipt of the prestigious Stevin Prize in 2021, the highest award in the Netherlands for researchers who effectively translate knowledge into societal benefits. Her work has influenced educational publishers, teacher training programs, and diversity initiatives. She has conducted studies on implicit stereotyping in schoolbooks and developed interventions to promote anti-racist education. Stevin Prize (2021) Member of Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (2018) Member of Royal Holland Society of Sciences and Humanities Recipient of NWO Veni, Vidi, Vici grants Recipient of ERC Starting and Consolidator Grants Mesman has supervised 26 PhD students to completion and teaches Intercultural Pedagogy in the Bachelor's program in Educational Sciences. She has developed the minor 'The (Un)Just Society' and created a podcast series on working with youth in a multicultural society, for which she received a teaching award. Her current research focuses on how norms and values about gender, ethnicity, and sexuality are transferred among professionals who work with children, including in teacher training programs.

Arie van SteenselView profile

Assistant Professor

• Medieval History
• Urban History
• Social History
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Arie van Steensel is an Assistant Professor of Medieval History at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on the social and economic history of the European Middle Ages, with particular emphasis on urban history of England, Italy and the Low Countries, and the history of nobility in the Low Countries. His scholarly profile demonstrates deep expertise in late medieval urban development and nobility structures across European regions. His research examines how political and economic structures shaped community formation in pre-modern European cities, with particular attention to social boundaries, networks, and identities within urban environments. His publication record shows consistent focus on urban communities, nobility studies, and regional history, with significant contributions to understanding the dynamics of power, wealth, and social status in medieval Dutch society. His work bridges traditional historical research with contemporary methodological approaches including digital humanities. Editor of Stadsgeschiedenis Editor of BMGN - Low Countries Historical Review Secretary of the European Association for Urban History Van Steensel actively contributes to academic discourse through conference organization, editorial work, and public engagement. His current project editing a volume on Leiden's premodern history represents a significant effort to make Dutch urban history accessible to an international scholarly audience.

• Moral Philosophy
• Ethics of Human Enhancement
• French Phenomenology
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Dr. Katharina Bauer is Associate Professor of Practical Philosophy at Erasmus School of Philosophy, Erasmus University Rotterdam. She obtained her doctorate summa cum laude and completed her habilitation on theories of practical necessity. Previously a Feodor-Lynen Fellow at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen and Goethe Universität Frankfurt, she bridges continental philosophy with contemporary societal challenges. Her research investigates the impact of technological and ecological transformations on moral agency, focusing on dignity, authenticity, and autonomy. Key areas include: Ethical implications of human enhancement technologies Technomoral resilience in education systems Democratic hope in crisis contexts Phenomenological approaches to personal identity Publications since 2021 demonstrate sustained focus on pandemic ethics, democratic theory, and moral education, with increasing emphasis on sociotechnical systems and collective agency. Awards include the prestigious Feodor-Lynen Fellowship for Experienced Researchers from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. She chairs the Dutch Association of Ethicists and leads PhD supervision in moral philosophy and phenomenology.

Fabian StingView profile

Professor

• Operations Strategy
• Supply Chain Management
• Digital Innovation
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Prof. Dr. Fabian Sting is a Full Professor and Director of the Department of Supply Chain Management – Strategy and Innovation at the University of Cologne, Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences. He also holds a part-time Chaired Professorship of Digital Supply Chain Innovation at Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University, where he previously served as Associate and Assistant Professor. He has been a visiting professor at Singapore Management University and IESE Business School, and held a postdoctoral fellowship at INSEAD. Education: Doctorate in Production Management (Dr. rer. pol., summa cum laude), WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management M.Sc. in Mathematics - Methods and Models, University of Hagen Diploma in Management Science, Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt Exchange studies at University of Melbourne His research centers on digital innovation, Industry 4.0, strategy implementation, and employee-driven innovation in operations and supply chains. He investigates how organizations innovate processes, manage change, and harness front-line employee ideas. His work integrates behavioral and strategic perspectives in operations management. His recent publications in MIS Quarterly , Management Science , Academy of Management Journal , and Harvard Business Review reflect a strong trend toward digital transformation, idea evaluation biases, and collaborative innovation mechanisms. The articles emphasize knowledge transfer, learning-by-doing, and the behavioral aspects of digital change. Scientific Awards: Richard Beckhard Memorial Prize, MIT Sloan Management Review Jürgen Hausschildt Award for Innovation Management, VHB Top Academic Article Award, ERIM Fabian Sting serves as Associate Editor for Management Science and Senior Editor for Production and Operations Management . He has received multiple teaching awards for courses such as "Operations Management" and "Primaire Processen." He is Academic Director of the Industrial Excellence Award in Europe, in collaboration with IESE, INSEAD, and WHU. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and sustainable industrialization. There is no mention of specific labs or research teams in the provided texts.

Filip VermeylenView profile

Professor

• Global Art Markets
• Economics of Art and Culture
• History of Art Markets
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Filip Vermeylen is a Full Professor in the Department of Arts and Culture Studies at the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication, Erasmus University Rotterdam. He holds a PhD from Columbia University (2002) and is currently the Research Director of his department, playing a key role in shaping research agendas in cultural economics and art markets. His research focuses on the economics of art and culture, with a deep interest in the historical development of art markets since the Renaissance, the concept of artistic quality, the role of intermediaries such as dealers and auction houses, and the rise of emerging art markets, particularly in India. He is a board member of The International Art Market Association (TIAMSA) and co-founder of the Rotterdam Arts & Sciences Lab (RASL), which fosters interdisciplinary dialogue between arts and sciences. Vermeylen’s recent scholarly output reveals a strong thematic continuity in global art markets, including studies on Dutch Golden Age painting, the business model of Christie’s, and the commodification of Indian traditional art. His publications span art history, economic history, media studies, and cultural policy, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach. He frequently presents at international conferences and organizes academic events, such as workshops on applied arts and the internationalization of art trade. He has supervised several research projects and students, contributing to the training of next-generation scholars in cultural economics. His public engagement includes media contributions on figures like Rubens, Van Eyck, and John Maynard Keynes, demonstrating a commitment to knowledge dissemination beyond academia. Board member, The International Art Market Association (TIAMSA) Co-founder, Rotterdam Arts & Sciences Lab (RASL) Research Director, Department of Arts and Culture Studies Active in ERMeCHS research clusters: Heritage & Identity (HI), Value in the Creative Economy (VCE)