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).
Expert
Isabella Kemp
Isabella Kemp
Conference
Green industrialization and inclusive growth in a fractured world order
The conference explores how the Global South can advance green industrialization and inclusive growth in shifting global governance.
Person
Kana Iikura
Kana Iikura is a social scientist specialising in global health governance and Human Security, with a particular focus on multisectoral and public–private partnerships. Her work examines how institutional design and policy instruments shape social outcomes across different levels of governance.
News
UNU Macau Meets with the New President of Macau University of Science and Technology
UNU Macau met MUST’s new president to discuss collaboration on digital transformation, talent development, and future research partnerships.
News
Scientific Partnerships for Better Stenting
Julieta Merlo is at the core of an Argentinian-Uruguayan partnership to improve diseases related to age
Report
ClimateTech in Focus: Artificial Intelligence for Sustainability
This report analyzes how AI is transforming climate action in practice, and what is required to translate technical capability into sustainability.
Book
Ensuring Ecological Connectivity in Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS)
This book explores how integrated landscape and seascape management can support biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation and adaptation, and sustainable development.