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Koen Verdenius is a PhD candidate at Utrecht University School of Governance (USG) within the Department of Public Administration and Organizational Science, specializing in Public Governance and Management. His work is embedded in the National Police Lab AI (NPAI) initiative.
Research Interests: Koen focuses on human-centered AI applications in legal and law enforcement contexts, specifically examining how AI systems enhance digital intelligence and evidentiary transparency. His work investigates unconscious bias in professional decision-making and develops behavioral interventions to mitigate negative bias effects. Key themes include:
- Governing the Digital Society
- Human-centered Artificial Intelligence
- AI ethics in public governance
- Behavioral interventions for bias reduction
Teaching & Projects: He contributes to the Applied Research Track course and conducts research under the AI4Intelligence project, analyzing AI adoption by legal professionals and police officers to improve evidence-based decisions. His technical background informs his interdisciplinary approach to AI governance.
Professional Context: Based at Bijlhouwerstraat 6-8, Room 201 in Utrecht, Koen operates at the intersection of computing science, public administration, and behavioral psychology to advance responsible AI deployment in critical societal domains.