Veni grants for 28 UvA and Amsterdam UMC researchers

With a maximum grant of €320,000, Veni funding gives early-career researchers three years to further develop their own innovative research ideas. The programme supports talented academics whose work contributes to social, technological, or scientific progress.

Among the awarded UvA projects are several that focus on artificial intelligence, digitalization, and the societal impact of technology.

Dr Fernando van der Vlist investigates how major tech companies integrate AI into sectors like healthcare and mobility. His project explores the power structures that shape these integrations and provides insight into how Europe might build greater digital sovereignty.

Dr Marjolein Lanzing addresses the limitations of current fairness frameworks in algorithmic surveillance. She proposes a new normative approach rooted in structural injustice theory, which considers how algorithms operate within broader institutional and power dynamics.

At the intersection of AI and inclusivity, Dr Sian Brooke develops accessible programming environments for neurodiverse women in computing education. Using generative AI, her project creates personalized learning tools that respond to diverse needs, aiming to foster equity and diversity in the tech sector.

Curious about all 28 research projects? Visit the UvA website for the full overview.