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Michiel Bot is an Associate Professor of Law and Humanities at Tilburg Law School, specializing in Public Law & Governance. He holds a PhD in Comparative Literature from New York University and has held postdoctoral fellowships at Bard College and visiting roles at Al-Quds Bard College. His research focuses on intersections of law, politics, and humanities, including boycott rights, academic freedom, municipal ID policies, and postcolonial legal frameworks.
Bot teaches courses like 'Imagining Justice' and 'Law in Society' at University College Tilburg. He actively engages with contemporary issues such as Palestinian rights, institutional racism, and the ethics of humanitarianism. His recent work critiques Dutch universities' depoliticization of the Gaza conflict and advocates for Palestinian academic solidarity.
Bot’s research interests span critical theory, legal philosophy, and the politics of undocumented migrants. Notable publications include analyses of Germany’s anti-BDS legislation, municipal ID systems, and critiques of Geert Wilders’ populism. He serves on boards for Dutch Scholars for Palestine and the European Legal Support Center, reflecting his commitment to social justice.
His academic freedom advocacy is highlighted in collaborative work like 'Academische vrijheid onder druk bij Tilburg University' (2024). He has organized events addressing topics like protest rights and the politics of armed lifeboats, emphasizing interdisciplinary dialogue on global governance challenges.
