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United Nations University and Maastricht University Appoint Prof Dr Fiona Tregenna of South Africa as Director of UNU-MERIT
Prof Dr Fiona Tregenna will begin her appointment as Director of UNU-MERIT on 5 January 2026.
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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
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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).
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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.
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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 "
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Training Tomorrow’s Policymakers: UNU-MERIT in the 2025 Maastricht Summer School
UNU-MERIT’s summer courses offer practical skills and knowledge to navigate today’s global challenges in policy, justice, communication and beyond.
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Perspectives on Migration Management: Voices from Iraq and Kenya | Insights from the MMDP Programme
Ali Kadhim (Iraq) and Mercy Achieng (Kenya) share insights on migration management and data in policy, from the MMDP at UNU-MERIT.
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Can Artificial Intelligence foster economic catch-up in Latin America?
Technological Upgrading and Catching-up Through AI: An Analysis of Brazilian Firms
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Honouring a Legacy of Social Justice: The Michael Cichon Graduate Award in Social Protection
UNU-MERIT is proud to announce the launch of the Michael Cichon Graduate Award, a new initiative to honour the legacy of Professor Michael Cichon.
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Championing Global Solidarity: MPP Student Eva Bemelmans Joins The ONE Campaign
Passionate young leaders fighting for a more just world