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
Coolcations: tourism boom is taking a toll on chillier destinations
More travellers headed north in summer 2026, choosing northern European destinations to escape the heat.
Press Release
Call for Independent Scientific Review Board Members for World Food Academy 4 Sustainable Food Systems
The Scientific Review Board is established to safeguard academic integrity, credibility, and public trust of the Academy.
Announcement
Next Course: “Genomics Applied to One Health”, February 2027
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the course coordinated by Drs. Laura Kamenetzky and Eva Figuerola at Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Person
Commentary
Resilience Starts at Home – Capacities for Urban Transformation
How households, communities and policymakers can turn local knowledge into climate-resilient, just urban transformation.
Side Event
Commission on the Status of Women (CSW65) 2021
The CSW reviews progress towards gender equality and women empowerment, identify challenges, set global standards and norms and formulate policies.
Person
Shruthi Manivannan
Shruthi Manivannan is a Research Assistant at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.