In the Media

This section highlights UNU-MERIT staff, researchers and PhD fellows featured in the news media through articles, Op-Eds, radio, video, events, social media and more.

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A Global Vision for UNU-MERIT: In Conversation with Dr. Rohinton Medhora

In this interview, IAB Chair Rohinton Medhora discusses UNU-MERIT’s future and the importance of bridging research and policy.

17 Nov 2025

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From brain drain to brain bridges: How mobile PhD scientists connect home countries to global science

Internationally trained PhDs aren’t a ‘brain drain’—they bridge Colombia’s researchers with the global scientific community.

06 Nov 2025

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Bridging Research and Policy amid a Mandate in Crisis

A UNU-MERIT–UNRWA partnership shows how student research can strengthen UN policy and resilience in times of crisis.

24 Oct 2025

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How the PhD Summer School on the Economics of the Twin Transitions is Shaping the Future of Innovation Policy

PhD Summer School trains young researchers with theory and tools to design innovation policies for Europe’s green and digital transitions.

25 Aug 2025

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The Kingdom of the Netherlands and the UN: What you need to know

The Netherlands plays a key role at the UN, hosting major courts in The Hague and supporting peace, justice, and human rights worldwide.

21 Aug 2025

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UNU and Maastricht University Renew Collaboration Agreement for UNU-MERIT

UNU and UM renewed their partnership for UNU-MERIT, securing a future-focused framework for global research, education, and policy engagement.

04 Jul 2025

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Data Matters: Enhancing Fair Recruitment through Smarter Indicators

Dr Elaine Lebon-McGregor reflects on the ILO Global Conference on Fair Recruitment

23 Jun 2025

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European Youth Event: young activist fights poverty – Interview with Maria Nathalia Ramirez

European Youth Event: Interview with PHD fellow, Maria Nathalia Ramirez

16 Jun 2025

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Science, Technology, and Innovation for All: A One UN Approach to Policy Training

Online training on science, technology and innovation policy and policy instruments for Africa

12 Jun 2025

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UNU-MERIT’s CDO Programmes Contribute to SBE’s Financial Times Executive Education Ranking

A successful collaboration between UNU-MERIT and the Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE).

12 Jun 2025

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Circular Economies, Global Responsibilities: Insights from the Frontlines

Why sociotechnical transitions toward circular and sustainable economies matter now more than ever.

04 Jun 2025

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Human Development in the Age of AI: A Conversation with UNDP’s Pedro Conceição

A conversation about this year’s Human Development Report theme: “A matter of choice: People and possibilities in the age of AI "

27 May 2025