MG van der Meij

MG van der Meij is an Assistant Professor in Design for Participatory Transformation at the Athena Institute, Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. His research focuses on participatory technology assessment, participatory futuring, and knowledge co-production for sustainable innovation. He explores concepts like playfulness, frame reflection, epistemic cultures, and living labs. He produces diverse outputs, including art installations, board games, and science museum exhibits.

Key projects include the 'Science Museums of the Future' initiative and the FUSILLI project on urban food systems. He teaches courses on biomedical sciences, science communication, and public policy. Recent research highlights transformative strategies for science-society relations and smart city innovations. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing participatory approaches to sustainability.

He leads or collaborates on projects addressing urban transformations and sustainability, leveraging transdisciplinary methods. His activities include organizing conferences on science communication and sustainability transitions.