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.
Project
Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)
This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs
Blog Post
Digital cultural diffusion: How digital technologies shape intercultural understanding
Insights from the UNU Generative AI Series Webinar Digital cultural diffusion: How digital technologies shape intercultural understanding
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in Humans and Animals
One Health approach for Fighting AMR
Blog Post
Can COP29 ensure equitable climate finance for Africa's development?
How COP29 could reshape climate finance to support Africa’s development agenda and just energy transitions.
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Inclusive Stakeholder Participation in Watershed Management
Lessons from the Danube River Protection Convention and the Santa Clara Basin Watershed Management Initiative
News
UNU-FLORES Engages Partners at COP29
Spotlight on the K-eco Partnership
News
White Paper Examines Innovation Labs as a Tool to Advance Sustainable Development
Exploring innovation labs as tools for sustainable development, UNU-EGOV's white paper guides NIGSD in launching Egypt's first innovation lab pilot.
Series
Climate adaptation needs financing (and more)!
COP29 highlights adaptation finance gaps, urges action on funding, NAPs and transformational solutions for climate resilience.
News
Reflecting on Progress and Looking Ahead to 2025: UNU-MERIT's UNESCO Chair
With the launch of our latest UNESCO Chair Annual Report, in this interview the team discuss their achievements so far and their goals for next year.