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).
Article
Diplomacia presidencial y política exterior: los gobiernos de Milei y Lula en Argentina y Brasil
Tanto Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva en Brasil como Javier Milei en Argentina proponen una reorientación de la política exterior de sus países.
Person
Seminar
Presidential Diplomacy and Foreign Policy: The Governments of Milei and Lula in Argentina and Brazil
This is an in-person research seminar, taking place at the UNU-CRIS premises in Bruges.
Article
From Black Box to Watchtower: Governing AI in the Age of Conflict
The ambition of AI in conflict management should not be to eliminate uncertainty, but to make it legible, contestable and governable.
News
Professor Patricia Justino Begins Term as Director of UNU-WIDER
Prof. Justino brings over two decades of experience conducting policy-relevant research on inequality, governance and inclusive development.
Feature
Leadership Gaps and the Future of Global Climate Governance
Scott Moore reflects on the implications of shifting U.S. engagement for international climate cooperation.
Policy Brief
Small Modular Nuclear Reactors
Brief of the Secretary General's Scientific Advisory Board.
Policy Brief
AI Deception
Brief of the Secretary General's Scientific Advisory Board.