Ira van Keulen

Ira van Keulen is a seasoned professional in the field of strategic advising and technology assessment, currently serving as a strategic advisor at Nationale ombudsman since April 2020. With extensive experience at the Rathenau Institute from January 2009 to April 2020 as a parliamentary liaison and senior researcher, Ira focused on the societal impact of science and technology. Prior roles include editing a volume on sociological reflections on neuroscience at Advances in Medical Sociology and managing a foresight project on the application of neurosciences at the Study Center for Technology Trends. Ira has also contributed to research at the Rathenau Institute and Infodrome, a think tank addressing the interaction between information technology and society. Academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Groningen, earned between 1992 and 1997.