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Steven Van de Walle is a full Professor at the Public Governance Institute within the Faculty of Social Sciences at KU Leuven. He serves as a Promotor (principal investigator) for multiple research projects spanning from 2022 to 2029, focusing on public administration, governance, and trust in government. His institutional roles include membership in the Social and Societal Ethics Committee, the Council of the Faculty of Social Sciences, and the Faculty Evaluation Committee.
His research focuses on:
- Public sector reform and modernization
- Public management and administration
- Political trust and socialization
- Policy implementation and bureaucratic behavior
- Governance innovations and democratic anchorage
Professor Van de Walle's recent work demonstrates a strong emphasis on understanding how policymakers deal with uncertainty, the impact of administrative burdens, and the relationship between performance information and decision-making. His research employs various methodologies including survey experiments, eye-tracking studies, and systematic reviews to investigate complex public administration phenomena. He has particular expertise in studying trust dynamics between citizens and government institutions, as well as examining the effects of populist politics on bureaucratic systems.
His current research projects address critical contemporary issues such as:
- Warning fatigue among policymakers
- Street-level bureaucracy during political transitions
- Digital democracy innovations
- Public procurement of broader social outcomes
- Waste management policy
Professor Van de Walle has received significant research funding for his projects, including Horizon RADAR and INNOVADE, indicating the relevance and impact of his work in the field of public administration. His research has practical implications for improving public sector governance and addressing contemporary challenges facing democratic institutions.
