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
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Safeguarding Digital Public Infrastructure: A Global Imperative for Sustainable Development
With joint efforts, the global community can build a secure, trusted DPI that leaves no one behind.
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Max Tu
Max Leiming Tu is the Project Fellow at the United Nations University Institute in Macau who supports partnership development and fundraising initiatives. His work also encompasses research focused on generative AI and education.
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Xinyi Zeng
Xinyi Zeng is a Research Fellow of UNU Institute in Macau focusing on the GenAI and Education.
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Paula Hidalgo-Sanchis
Paula Hidalgo-Sanchis is a Senior Consultant at UNU Macau, and also a Programme Manager and a Policy Advisor on digital technologies for social impact and sustainable development.
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Linjie Zhuge
Autumn Zhuge is a Communications Fellow of UNU Institute in Macau who supports the COMMS team.
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Zoe Holder
Ms. Zoe Holder is a Public Policy and Outreach Youth Fellow at UNU-INWEH, supporting initiatives related to outreach, communications, and public policy, particularly in connection with UN processes.
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Prof. Zahra Kalantari
Professor Zahra Kalantari's work advances the understanding of interactions between urban socio-economic, socio-physical, and biophysical systems, which is essential for developing effective and efficient strategies and transition pathways for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and monitoring.
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Dr. Amin Dezfuli
Dr. Amin Dezfuli is an atmospheric scientist investigating the physical mechanisms behind regional weather and climate extremes—and how these events impact people and ecosystems.
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Top UN Expert Highlights Urgent Need to Rethink Water Governance Amid Global Water “Bankruptcy”
The crisis is over; we’re now water-bankrupt, says Kaveh Madani
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Parliamentary Committees for the Future: A Legislative Movement to Overcome Political Myopia
This durable, proven governance model ripe for adoption can help institutionalize anticipatory governance for future generations.