Introduction
Since 2018, the New Finance research group has been at the forefront of investigating the digital transformation of money in the Netherlands, Europe, and beyond. Our current research focuses on three key themes that are shaping the future of finance: digital currencies & assets, integrated reporting and long-term value investing.
Over the past few years, the New Finance research group has established itself as a pioneer in financial research and contributed to the development of new finance courses. Our work includes two PhD theses, various articles and position papers, as well as co-developing courses on blockchain, fintech, trading and investing. We have delivered hundreds of lectures on central bank digital currencies and cryptocurrencies. A highlight of our work is the award-winning project The Waterworks of Money, which illustrates today’s financial structures and explores possible alternatives.
We also conduct research on integrated reporting, focusing on a broad view of an organization’s value. In this area, we have published a PhD thesis, written articles, co-created courses, and supported students through internships and graduation projects. Since 2022, we have been involved in the international Erasmus+ project Accounting for Circular Economy and Sustainability (ACES), which develops educational materials focused on sustainability and the circular economy.
Finally, the research group is delving into the concept of long-term value investing, where we consider not only profit but also social and environmental impact. To support this, we have initiated two major projects: the Hague Student Investment Fund (HSIF), which is managed by students to support student entrepreneurs, and doctoral research focused on integrating sustainability into business education. Through these initiatives, we aim to redefine investing by prioritizing social and environmental impact alongside financial returns.
About the professor
dr. Martijn van der Linden
Martijn van der Linden graduated in Business Administration from Tilburg University in 2004 and began his career as a management trainee at ING. After six years in the financial sector, he shifted his focus to economic transitions. He served as chairman on several foundation boards and started researching the digitalization of money at Delft University of Technology in 2014. He completed his dissertation in 2022, employing design science to investigate the monetary and financial system. His current research focuses on new forms of digital money, such as central bank digital currencies, stablecoins and cryptos. He is also exploring structural reforms in money and banking, integrated reporting and long-term value investing.
Additional functions
- Chairman of the Supervisory Board at Our New Economy
- Interim Chair and Treasurer of the Supervisory Board at Casco Art Institute: Working for the Commons
- Board Member of The Hague Student Investment Fund
- Member of the Ethical Advisory Committee at The Hague University of Applied Science
Team
Within our research group, researchers, lecturer-researchers and students work closely with practice partners to conduct research. Together they are committed to translating the results of the research -knowledge and insights- into the practice of education and the region.
