The algorithmic society
The project The algorithmic society (ALGOSOC) analyzes how we can safeguard public values and human rights within (semi-)automated processes.
At the Amsterdam Law School, top-level researchers collaborate in (inter)national, mostly socially engaged projects. The research covers themes in areas such as sustainability, health, labor, digitalization and crime. On this page a changing overview of highlights from our research.
Top research highlighted
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Global approach to climate change
The SGEL research project deals with inequality and climate change. What can global economic law do? -
The tax system in a digital world
The project Designing the tax system for a cashless platform-based and technology-driven society (CTP) analyzes (re)designing the tax system for digital technologies. -
Consequences of energy transition
The ENLENS project is a research priority area of the UvA. Researchers work on the energy system, energy transition and the Sustainable Development Goals. -
Secondary liability for international crimes
Can helpers in international crimes be held accountable? That's what the project Rethinking Secondary Liability for International Crimes investigates.
Research and society
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Experts
Looking for a specialist on a current topic? We have a wealth of knowledge. The expert bank contains a selection of our experts in various fields of science.To the experts -
SPUI25
The Amsterdam Law School regularly hosts lectures and debates at SPUI25, Amsterdam's academic-cultural stage. In doing so, we build a bridge between our research and society. -
Scientific integrity
Everyone, both society and academia, must be able to trust that research has integrity. The Amsterdam Law School is committed to the ethical aspects of scientific research.Our principles -
Collaboration in research
Work with us to make a difference in society. Want to learn more about the opportunities for collaboration, content and policies surrounding our research? Get in touch with us!About collaboration
Projects
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Funded projects and awards
Overview of funded projects and awards (including NWO, ERC, KNAW and Sector Plan).Overview -
Research Priority Areas
The faculty participates in 6 UvA-wide Research Priority Areas: Personalized Communication, Humane AI, Global Health, Organisational Ethics, ENLENS and ACES.More about the Research Priority Areas -
UvA Sustainability Platform
Our legal researchers participate in the UvA Sustainable Platform, an interdisciplinary community on sustainability.More about the Sustainability Platform
Organization of research
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Research groups
The research at the Amsterdam Law School is largely conducted within research groups. -
Platforms for research
The Amsterdam Law School has several platforms for research, including on health law and ethics. -
T.M.C. Asser Institute
The T.M.C. Asser Institute is a renowned center of expertise in public and private international and European law and closely affiliated with the Amsterdam Law School.
Academic career
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Doctoral programme
The Amsterdam Law School welcomes talented researchers who are interested in writing a legal doctoral thesis. -
Excellence track
The Academic Excellence Track is our honours programme for students with research talent. -
Skillshare
Skillshare is a programme for researchers at the Amsterdam Law School and focuses on strategic career choices. -
Publishing
The research publications of the Amsterdam Law School can be found in UvA-DARE and the Social Science Research Network. -
Vacancies
Take a look at the academic vacancies at the Amsterdam Law School.