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
WADGov Forum Second Meeting Under Way in Nigeria
A high-level digital governance dialogue for West Africa brings together national representatives and regional partners
Article
Education Shapes the Future
UN Day 2025 focused on SDG 4: Quality Education
Event
News
Turning Toxic Wastewater into Clean Energy
Facundo Dominguez is researching the potential of a yeast to eliminate waste from the textile industry and convert it into extractable lipids
Press Release
UNU-BIOLAC Reconnects with Venezuelan Universities to Strengthen Academic Alliances
UCV and ULA explored biotech collaboration, student support, and joint academic activities with UNU-BIOLAC and Tecnológico de Monterrey
Event
Toward a Coherent Climate Architecture
Linking Multilateral Reform to Local Resilience
Article
5 Expectations for COP 30 in Belém
COP 30 should be a milestone moment to boost ambition, finance and action as the world marks ten years since the Paris Agreement.
Media Coverage
Nikkei Shimbun Highlights UNU-IAS Contributions to Noto Peninsula Recovery
An article discusses multi-stakeholder efforts to rebuild and revitalize local communities in the aftermath of the 2024 Noto Earthquake.