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Dr. Susan van Hees is an Assistant Professor in Innovation Studies at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, Faculty of Geosciences, Utrecht University. Her work bridges Science and Technology Studies with practical applications in health and ageing innovations. She actively contributes to both European (Horizon) and national research projects while teaching in bachelor's and master's programs.
Van Hees specializes in sustainable healthcare, gerontechnology, and the social implications of artificial intelligence in ageing societies. Her research examines how innovations are developed, implemented, and given meaning by various stakeholders, particularly focusing on the communication gap between older citizens and technology developers. She employs both traditional qualitative methods and innovative co-creation approaches in her work, including developing research games to help participants articulate their stories.
Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on the intersection of technology, ageing, and social dynamics, with particular attention to valuation practices in innovation, the implementation of medical technologies, and creating inclusive approaches to digital health. Her work spans from theoretical frameworks on ageing and place to practical applications in real-world settings like the GATEKEEPER and IDEA4RC projects.
- Actively involved in research communities WTMC and EASST
- Member of the Socio-Gerontechnology Network
- Track Coordinator for Life Sciences bachelor's program
- Coordinates Research Methods and Bachelor's Thesis courses
Dr. van Hees provides thesis supervision for both bachelor's and master's students in Innovation Sciences and Sustainable Business & Innovation programs. Her educational background includes a PhD from Maastricht University and prior work as a postdoctoral researcher at Tilburg University, with academic training through BA and MA in Public Administration from Tilburg University.
