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).
News
Roundtable Discussion: How to Bridge the Gap between Policymakers and Academics in Africa and the Global South
Emmanuel Balogun and Thomas Tieku are holding a virtual roundtable hosted by the International Studies Association.
Article
The Algorithm Divide: Why Developing Nations Risk Being Left Behind Forever
The key question now isn’t which nation is the most efficient producer, but which nation has access to the algorithm economy.
Project
Risks for Urban Migrants and Refugees
Based on seven case studies, the ARRIVE project develops recommendations to reduce the risk of refugees and urban migrants in secondary cities.
Conversation Series
Egypt and Japan: Strategic Partners for Peace and Stability in the Middle East and Beyond
On 3 June 2026, UNU will host a conversation with H.E. Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Feature
Meeting State Duties to Future Generations
Lessons From National and International Law and its Principles
Degree Defense
Public PhD Defense of Justine Miller, UNU-CRIS PhD Fellow
The defense by Justine Miller on "Disentangling the Spaghetti Bowl of Regional Integration" takes place in Ghent on Tuesday, 18 June 2026.
Announcement
UNU Establishes SURE Hub with PUC-Rio
The hub will focus on Sustainability and Urban Resilience in Engineering.
Research Fellow
Ayman Alarabiat
As of April 2026, Ayman Alarabiat is a Visiting Associate Professor at the UNU-EGOV.