Maarten Bolhuis conducts research on war crimes, the criminal prosecution of these crimes, and the involvement of migrants in such offenses. He integrates insights from criminal law, migration law, public administration, and legal psychology. His work focuses on contemporary issues, such as identifying (alleged) terrorists in asylum procedures and the use of digital evidence in criminal investigations. Additionally, he is the program coordinator for the master’s program in International Crimes, Conflict & Criminology and is affiliated with the Center for International Criminal Justice (CICJ) and the Amsterdam Laboratory for Legal Psychology (ALLP).
'Dutch higher education will come under increasing pressure in the coming years,' Maarten notes. 'We are already seeing how young scientists are affected in various ways, whether it’s due to workload and career prospects, research funding, or the pushback against the internationalization of education. I believe that AYA makes an effective contribution to strengthening their position, drawing on diverse disciplines, and I am very much looking forward to being a part of it.'
About AYA
AYA is an interdisciplinary network of talented young scientists. Since its establishment in 2018 by Amsterdam-based members of The Young Academy, AYA has focused on fostering collaboration that transcends disciplinary boundaries, promoting societal dialogue, and enhancing science policy.
In addition to Maarten, three other young scientists from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam have been appointed, alongside three from the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and three from Amsterdam UMC.
AYA brings together researchers from diverse backgrounds to stimulate innovative collaborations. During the inauguration on November 5, VU Rector Magnificus Jeroen Geurts emphasized the importance of this network: 'Interdisciplinary collaboration not only strengthens research but also helps address societal challenges.'
With the addition of these ten new members, AYA continues to play a crucial role in advancing cutting-edge research and strengthening the connection between science and society.