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).
Blog Post
Mapping Roads More Openly: Releasing SYSU-HiRoads for Remote Sensing Research
SYSU-HiRoads: An open, multi-level road dataset for remote sensing, supporting segmentation, networks, and hierarchy research.
News
Exploring Colombia's Paramo One Molecule at a Time
Emerson Arciniegas’ fellowship underscores the role of conserved páramo biodiversity in advancing international antimicrobial research
Seminar
Working Smarter with AI Assistants: A Practical Guide to Prompting and Beyond
The seminar discusses basic principles of prompt engineering and good practices for harnessing AI resources in practical contexts.
Media Coverage
Caitlyn Eberle featured in TVMonaco Report on Groundwater Depletion
The world's groundwater is being depleted faster than it can be replenished. Caitlyn Eberle was interviewed on this growing crisis.
News
International Partnership for the Satoyama Initiative Holds Tenth Global Conference
Members convened in Ecuador to strengthen collaboration for sustainable landscapes and seascapes worldwide.
Person
Press Release
Enhancing Migration Management through Capacity Development (MMCD): A new multi-annual initiative launched by the United Nations University (UNU-MERIT) and Maastricht University
New project trains policymakers to strengthen migration systems through practical learning and global exchange.
News
Professor Kaveh Madani Named 2026 Stockholm Water Prize Laureate for Advancing Water Science, Policy, Diplomacy and Public Engagement
UNU-INWEH Director and UN scientist behind the “water bankruptcy” concept honoured with the world’s most prestigious water award.