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).
Seminar
“Let’s bury the term ‘Rust Belt’ and call it the ‘Silicon Heartland’”: how innovation ‘others’ by (re)imagining presents, constructing futures, and disregarding pasts of postindustrial places
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Marlise Schneider, PhD Candidate at Technical University of Munich.
Conversation Series
Academic Freedom and International Collaboration in a Changing World
On 28 November 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Daniel Jutras, Rector of the Université de Montréal, Canada.
Event
Information Session for Prospective Students
ONLINE: Learn about UNU-IAS Master's and PhD degree programmes and the admissions process for the September 2026 intake.
Brief
Lessons from the Post-War Economic Order: Toward a Just Transition Framework
Critical lessons regarding innovation, finance and cooperation can guide a just transition today.
News
ICEGOV 2025 Concludes in Nigeria Marking Four Days of Global Dialogue on Digital Governance
Global leaders and researchers gathered in Abuja to advance a shared vision for inclusive, innovation-driven digital governance
Article
Korean Environment Corporation Undertakes Working Visit to UNU-FLORES
Data4Waste Collaboration
Project
Water Reuse through Nexus Perspective: Assessing the Sustainability and Opportunities of Urban Systems under Public-Private Partnership
The project contributes to the optimization of water management, natural resource optimization and increased freshwater availability.
Project
Enhancing Water Security with Nature-based Solutions for Climate-Resilient Cities through a Resource Nexus Lens: A Case Study of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Nepal
The project addresses gaps in research and policy on Nature-based Solutions in fast-growing, resource-limited urban areas.