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
Strengthening Data for Better Outcomes in Forced Displacement
Aissatou Maisha Dicko discusses how data and evidence are shaping responses for refugees and displaced populations.
Expert
Jean-Marie Kileshye Onema
Professor Jean-Marie Kileshye Onema's work advances regional capacity development and applied research across Southern Africa and beyond.
Feature
Unlocking Finance for Education Through Innovative Guarantees
Nicholas Vaughan explains how IFFEd is using blended finance to expand investment in education and beyond.
News
Crop Self-Defense for Sustainability
One way to agricultural sustainability is to reverse decades of selection against good traits that were not needed under intense agrochemical inputs
Article
5 Facts on Critical Minerals and the Waste We Can’t Afford
Demand for critical minerals is soaring, yet so is waste. Five facts on the growing crisis and the need to rethink how we use and recover resources.
Article
ERIA and UNU-IIGH Address Indonesia’s Response and Regional Cooperation in a Changing Global Health Landscape
Roundtable discussion in Jakarta brought together Indonesian policymakers and experts to discuss key topics in global health governance & cooperation.
Expert
Thomas Legler
Thomas Legler is an Associate Research Fellow at UNU-CRIS.
News
UNU Macau Training 2026 for Teachers Kicks Off
UNU Macau launches April 27–29 teacher-focused training, pioneering a new collaboration model with Northwestern Polytechnical University.