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).
News
UNU-EGOV at Mozilla Festival 2026
Bushra Ebadi, Lead Research Associate, will contribute to the session “Deeply Rooted: Co-Creative and Relational Practices for Just (Digital) Futures”
Event
ASEF events (Closed door)
MGM MACAU, Salon 1 & 2
Event
ASEF Event (Closed door)
MGM MACAU, Salon 1 & 2
Policy Brief
Article
Water Bankruptcy—Why Economic Growth Must Be Decoupled From Water Use
The architect of the water bankruptcy concept explains how water dependence threatens economic and national security—and why diversification matters.
Announcement
UNU-EHS & UNU-VIE at United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 31)
Check out UNU-EHS & UNU-VIE involvement at the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 31)
News
DN-Eye
A course at Instituto Leloir equipped early-career professionals to harness biological systems as highly specific signal detectors
Person