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
Emmanuel Balogun and Thomas Tieku are holding a virtual roundtable hosted by the International Studies Association.
Journal Article
With Great Power Comes Great Dispersion. How Policy-Cycle Competences Drive Power Dispersion in Regional Organizations
This is an open-access article. Do member states concentrate or disperse competences when delegating authority to regional organisations (ROs)?
Person
Announcement
Global Consultations to Shape the Future Education Agenda
Young people are encouraged to share their views through a global survey.
Seminar
Political Determinants of the News Market: Novel Data and Quasi-Experimental Evidence from India
Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series is pleased to promote an upcoming research seminar featuring Guilhem Cassan, Associate Professor at the University of Namur, organized by our partner MILE-SBE Seminar Series.
Expert
Dr. Varun Tiwari
Dr. Varun Tiwari is a geospatial AI expert and Data Scientist specializing in the application of AI, remote sensing, and high-performance computing to advance climate resilience, agriculture, water management, and sustainable development.
Series
Circular Textiles
This focus area promotes circular approaches that redefine textiles from waste to resource, lowering environmental impacts throughout their life cycle
Series
Responsible Electronics
This focus area promotes sustainability across the entire electronics value chain, from design to end of life management.