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).
Article
What is Quantum Computing and Why Should We Care?
In the (near) future, Quantum Computing will have an increased impact on several application areas.
Article
Know the Expert "Cristina Bueti" | July 2026
Read this interview with Cristina Bueti, Counsellor on Smart Sustainable Cities, AI-enabled Citiverse & Virtual Worlds at the ITU.
Blog Post
The rise and fall of One Health Policy - A power analysis
Remco van de Pas presents findings from a chapter in the edited volume One Health, Ecology, and the Politics of Emerging Infectious Diseases.
Journal Article
News
UNU Macau and East China University of Political Science and Law Sign MOU on Internship Collaboration
Expanding youth opportunities through academic collaboration and practical UN experience.
Person
Expert
Prof. Jan Franklin Adamowski
Prof. Jan Franklin Adamowski’s research focuses on integrated water resources management, participatory human-water systems modeling, artificial intelligence applications in hydrology, and water and food security.
Expert
Sahand Allahviranlou
Sahand Allahviranlou is a Youth Fellow in Geospatial Application Development with experience and interest in tech-driven problem-solving and leveraging digital tools to address global challenges.