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
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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.
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Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
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News
In Memoriam: Dr. Roland J. Fuchs, Former UNU Vice-Rector
Born in New York in 1933, Dr. Fuchs passed away on 2 July 2026 in Oregon.
Report
Engineering and Governing the Agent Harness: A Technology and Policy Framework for the Runtime Layer of Agentic AI
This report explores how agent harnesses support reliable AI agents through runtime design, governance, safety controls, and sustainable adoption.
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Surbhi Ravindra Patil
Surbhi Ravindra Patil
Journal Article
Stakeholder Governance of the Energy-Biodiversity Nexus in the Renewable Energy Sector: Pathways to Achieve SDGs in the MENA Region
This publication was released as part of the UNU Resource Nexus focus area Transformed Landscapes.
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Article
Gender-responsive and -transformative interventions in HIV, TB and malaria programmes: a review of evidence
A review highlighting approaches, promising practices, lessons learned for designing and implementing more effective gender-focused interventions.
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