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.
Expert
Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
Feature
Imagination and Innovation in Global Environmental Governance
Maria Ivanova on leadership and tackling global environmental challenges.
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Fragmentation and the Future of Global Economic Governance
Marc Uzan on Middle Powers and opportunities for innovation.
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Learning from the Past to Renew Multilateral Cooperation
Caroline Dunton on adaptation, accountability and cooperation.
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Governing Outer Space in a New Era of Exploration
Alessandra Marino on heritage, participation and cooperation in space governance.
Event
Climate Forward Summit 2026
UNU Researcher, Maria -Ancilla Bombande speaks at Climate Forward Summit at GIMPA-Accra, Ghana.
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Markus Kukko
Markus Kukko is a Research Assistant at UNU-WIDER, where he contributes to the Tax Research for Development project. His research interests include development economics, international trade, and urban economics.
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Heini Suominen
Heini Suominen is a development economist with over a decade of experience in development issues in Africa and Asia, focusing on trade and inclusion. At UNU-WIDER, she works as a research assistant contributing to the Reducing Persistent Inequalities Across and Within Countries research area.
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Daniel Peredo Siles
Daniel Peredo Siles is a Research Assistant at UNU-WIDER, where he contributes to the research area Reducing persistent inequalities across and within countries. His work focuses on inequalities within countries, with an emphasis on intergenerational mobility in education and income.