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).
Series
UNU-CRIS Policy Brief Series
Policy recommendations for better governance to address major challenges.
News
UNU-IIGH Assumes Co-Chair Role of UN Food Systems Task Force
Advancing food systems transformation
Event
Science Talk: Predictive Understanding of Wildfire Ignitions Across the Western United States
Pattens of Interactions Among factors Governing Wildfire Ignitions
Announcement
Next Course: “Advancing sustainable mining: Cultivation and genomic analysis of acidophilic microorganisms for biomining and bioremediation innovation”, August 2026
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the international workshop coordinated by Dr. Diana Ayala at Universidad de las Américas, in Quito, Ecuador.
Person
News
UNU Macau and MEX Forge Partnership to Advance Digital Innovation and AI for Climate Action
The Partnership Sets a Framework for Joint Research, Networks, and Training in AI for Sustainability.
News
World Food Academy 4 Sustainable Food Systems Founded for Knowledge Sharing and Capacity Building
The partnership between UNU and Nestle strengthens institutional and community capacities in food production, nutrition, and sustainability.
News
UNU Paris launches the UNU Ocean & Coasts programme
UNU Paris launches the UNU Ocean & Coasts Programme to help build a future UNU institute in France dedicated to ocean and coastal issues