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Koen Leurs is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University, specializing in Gender, Media and Migration Studies. His research focuses on digital migration studies, exploring how digital practices intersect with migration dynamics. Recently, he published significant works including 'Digital Migration' with Sage and 'Digital Migration Studies' with Amsterdam University Press. Leurs is also involved in various leadership roles within research projects, notably as the principal investigator for a study on 'Young Connected Migrants' comparing the digital experiences of young asylum seekers in the Netherlands. He has edited special journal issues discussing themes like connected migrants and inclusive media literacy. His contributions extend to co-editing the 'Sage Handbook of Media Migration,' reflecting his commitment to advancing the understanding of media's role in migration contexts. Additionally, he serves on the management committee for the COST Action DATA-MIG, addressing sociotechnical challenges in European migration and border control. Through his work, Leurs aims to critically engage with the implications of digital connectivity in the lives of migrants in contemporary society.
Department of Psychology