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
Roundtable Discussion: How to Bridge the Gap between Policymakers and Academics in Africa and the Global South
Daniel Balogun and Thomas Tieku are holding a virtual roundtable hosted by the International Studies Association.
Conference
3rd International Conference: Geospatial Science & Technology for Earth Observation (GSTEO 2026)
Nidhi Nagabhatla, UNU-CRIS Senior Research Fellow, will present at the Geospatial Science and Technology for Earth Observation (GSTEO 2026).
News
Contribution of UNU-CRIS in the ISAS Workshop
This is an online workshop titled ‘Water Disputes, Security and Cooperation in South Asia’, on 20 and 21 May 2026.
Journal Article
Composite Heat Wave Risk (CHWR) framework using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and machine learning for assessing agro community resilience
This open-access study is well-positioned to inform both academic debate and practical climate policy.
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