Hartmut Aden

Hartmut Aden is a Professor at the Berlin School of Economics and Law, specializing in German and European Public Law, Public Policy, and Public Administration. His work critically examines the intersection of constitutional rights, administrative practices, and crisis governance.

• Berlin School of Economics and Law: Professor of German and European Public Law

Research Focus:

• Analysis of pandemic-related legal measures (e.g., Corona guest lists, ID mandates)
• Surveillance and data privacy in law enforcement
• Fundamental rights protection during emergencies
• Police accountability and fee regulations
• Constitutional challenges in public administration

Recent Work Trends: Aden’s publications emphasize balancing state security with civil liberties, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Themes include data misuse risks, assembly freedoms, and the legal boundaries of administrative overreach.