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).
Project
Trusted Spaces for Science, Technology and Diplomacy
Strengthening Geneva’s science–policy ecosystem and its capacity to govern emerging challenges at the diplomacy–technology nexus.
Seminar
The Unpromised Land: Elites and Human Capital Development in 20th-Century Peru
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Hector Paredes, a PhD Student at the Paris School of Economics working on Development, Globalisation, Political Economy and Trade.
Conference
High-level Conference on Women, Peace and Digital Transformation: Economic Inclusion for Lasting Stability
On 17 November 2025, ERIA and UNU will co-host a conference focused on increasing women’s digital inclusion to unlock their potential in driving economic and social stability.
Media Coverage
The 14th Global RCE Conference Featured in Regional and National Japanese Media
The conference commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Global Network of Regional Centers of Expertise for Education for Sustainable Development.
News
UNU Macau AI Education Day: Empowering Youth for an Inclusive and Ethical AI Future
AI Education Day concluded successfully at Wynn Palace, with support from the Education and Youth Development Bureau and venue sponsorship by Wynn.
News
Five Youth Teams Recognized at AI for SDGs Global Innovation Competition in Macau
Awards Presented at UN80 and UNUat50 Celebration Dinner at Wynn Palace
Brief
Solar Radiation Modification
Brief of the Secretary General's Scientific Advisory Board.
Brief
Quantum Computing
Brief of the Secretary General's Scientific Advisory Board.