Freek de Haan

Freek de Haan is an Assistant Professor at the Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Erasmus University Rotterdam. His research focuses on discourse analysis, smart cities, and social justice, particularly examining how policymakers navigate urban challenges in contexts like Rotterdam. He has contributed to interdisciplinary studies on security management and urban development.

His research interests include analyzing discourses around smart cities, urban safety, and the implications of technology-driven policies. Key topics explored involve the intersection of technology and governance, with a focus on strategic implications for policymakers and urban planners.

His work demonstrates engagement with contemporary urban issues, as seen in his 2020 chapter in International Security Management, which explores safety frameworks in smart cities through discourse analysis. This research has been cited 6 times in Scopus, reflecting its relevance to urban and policy studies.