Martijn Wiarda

Martijn Wiarda is a Researcher at the Delft University of Technology, affiliated with the Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management and the Department of Economics of Technology and Innovation. His work focuses on responsible research and innovation (RRI), mission-oriented innovation policy, ethical standardization, and addressing societal challenges through technology assessment and circular construction.

• Education: PhD student at Delft University of Technology (completed prior to current role)
• Email: m.j.wiarda@tudelft.nl

Martijn’s research explores the intersection of ethical frameworks and innovation systems. Key trends in his publications include institutional entrepreneurship, justice considerations in mission-oriented policies, and value-sensitive design. His work emphasizes aligning academic research with societal concerns, particularly in climate adaptation and water reuse. He has contributed to systematic reviews and comparative analyses of RRI in industrial contexts.

Martijn’s expertise spans responsible innovation, standardization ethics, and societal challenge governance. His 2024 studies on sea level rise adaptation highlight technical and policy-level standardization needs. Earlier works (2023-2019) address participatory processes, contested problem-solution spaces, and the historical dynamics of scientific organization.