Research Topics

Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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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.
Charter of the United Nations University

People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere

Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources

Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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UNU Council Member UNU Council Member; Raffles Professor of Social Sciences, National University of Singapore

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 Junior Research Fellow

Bavo Stevens

Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).

News 23 Sep 2026

Science-Policy Event Explores How to Move Evidence into Action

A UNGA81 event explored how science can better inform policy and drive action on planetary challenges.

News 22 Sep 2026

UNU-INWEH and ATREE Partner to Advance Environmental Research and Policy in the Himalayan Region

The new partnership aims to conduct periodic assessment of the Himalayan environment, build capacity and put the region on the global agenda

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