The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Project
Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)
This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Leveraging data analytics to study climate change impacts on critical infrastructure systems
a methodological framework to evaluate the impacts of climate change on the water-electricity demand nexus
Seminar
Digital transformation in Oman: Aims, objectives and trajectory
Oman has been on a transformative journey to modernize its economy and society through the strategic implementation of digital technologies.
Blog Post
Cybersecurity Threats, Vulnerabilities and Resilience Among Women Human Rights Defenders and Civil Society in South-East Asia
This report explores cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities with the goal of promoting cyber-resilience and the human and digital rights of women.
Article
The Dynamic Link Between Human Behaviour and AI Governance
Governance frameworks must respond to new behavioural science insights into human-AI interaction and the societal repercussions of AI breakthroughs.
Report
2024 PBF Thematic Review: Synergies between Human Rights and Peacebuilding in PBF-supported Programming
Evaluating the Peacebuilding Fund's role in fostering synergies between human rights and peacebuilding.
Report
Case Study: Colombia
The inextricable links between human rights and peacebuilding in Colombia's long-standing peace process.
Report
Case Study: The Democratic Republic of the Congo
Navigating human rights and peacebuilding amidst transition.
Report
Case Study: Hate Speech
Strategies for combatting hate speech and promoting social cohesion.