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).
Event
Science Talk: Legal Pathways to Promote Water Cooperation in the Amu Darya Basin
Understanding how existing legal frameworks can support Afghanistan’s integration into Amu Darya Basin governance and strengthen regional water cooperation
Blog Post
Inner Peace, Global Harmony: Stillness as a Foundation for Responsible AI Development
Bridging inner awareness and technological innovation: Why the consciousness of creators is essential to human-centric AI governance.
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Estephanie Chiang, Founder at Empower Tech Asia, Member of UNU Global AI Network Chiang
Estephanie Chiang, Founder at Empower Tech Asia, Member of UNU Global AI Network
Article
Eight Reasons Why Water Bankruptcy Is a Justice Challenge
Water bankruptcy deepens inequality, raises questions of justice and demands reforms to water governance and management.
Policy Brief
Why Groundwater Use Location Matters in Transboundary Aquifers
Transboundary aquifers lie beneath nearly every international land border, but cooperation over them remains rare.
Seminar
Mangrove Ecosystems as Nature-Based Protection against the Early-Life Mortality Effects of Floods
Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series is pleased to promote an upcoming research seminar featuring Enrico Nichelatti, Postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Socio-Economic Inequality at the University of Luxembourg, LUX.
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Study Public Policy and Human Development | Online Master's Week 2026
Join our online session to learn about the MSc in Public Policy and Human Development and hear from the programme coordinator and a student ambassador.
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